Library Information

From your home or office, you can access resources in one of the 11 largest research library systems in the United States through the UW-Madison Libraries Web site.

You can use the library catalog, MadCat, to find a needed book or journal, learn where the material is, and see if it is checked out - all in a matter of seconds. You can also renew materials and review your library record (check-out, recalls and due dates).

The libraries' site provides a gateway to catalogs and archives worldwide. In addition, you can use their Live Help instant messaging reference service or ask reference questions via e-mail.

To find databases in which to search for journal articles, use the libraries' new EResource Gateway. Through the gateway, users can locate resources of interest and also search several databases simultaneously.

Help

  • Use help on the library home page.

  • Call Memorial Library Information at 262-3193.

  • Use reference offered through the libraries at Reference.

  • For remote access problems, call the Library Technology Help Desk at 262-8880.

  • The libraries offer free library tours and workshops. For group instruction programs, contact Library and Information Literacy Instruction at 262-4308 or check the workshop calendar at: Calendar.