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Articles & Research Databases Literature on your research topic and direct access to articles online, when available at UW.
E-Journals Alphabetical list of electronic journal titles held at UW.
Encyclopedias & Dictionaries Resources for looking up quick facts and background information.
E-Newspapers, Media, Maps & More Recommendations for finding news, audio/video, images, government publications, data sets and other types.
Evaluating Information Learn how to choose the best and most reliable information that meets your research needs.
Citation Styles & Tools Quick MLA, APA, and Chicago style guides for bibliographies; tools for storing and organizing sources.

Course Reserves Library materials reserved for your classes.
Collections & Archives Unique online and physical collections on specific subjects, in distinct formats, and in special archives.
Mobile Search Tools Mobile-optimized research databases and library-related mobile apps.
Research Guides Librarian recommended resources & research tips tailored to your topic.
Undergraduate Researcher Tutorial Self-paced online tutorial that introduces students to research skills and UW Libraries resources and services.
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Your Library Account Log in to renew borrowed materials, check on items you have requested, and pay fines.
Study & Meeting Spaces Study, conference, event, and meeting spaces, and how to reserve them.
Computers & Printing Computers, printers, and scanners in the Libraries.

Accessibility We are committed to providing equal access to library collections, services, and facilities for all library users.
Interlibrary Loan & Scanning Services Get PDFs of print articles delivered via email and borrow items not held at UW.
Borrowing & Access What you can check out from the Libraries, how long, renewals, and returns.
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Help & Support

FAQ Short, simple how-to and demos of frequently asked questions about using the Libraries and information resources.
Graduate Funding Info Service Assistance with locating funding for research, tuition, travel, and other graduate school-related expenses.
Off-Campus Access & Technical Support Using library resources from off-campus and other technical tips.
Open Scholarship Commons One-stop shop for knowledge creation and dissemination services.

Resources for Writing Campus writing help and links to online resources.
Scholarly Publishing & Open Access Info and tools for scholarly publishing and open-access publishing alternatives.
Subject Librarians Talk to a librarian with expertise in your subject area for help with your research.
Teaching Support Collaborative library instructional services that can improve the research and information skills of your students.
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Libraries & Hours Contact info, map location, and hours for all library branches.
News Events Exhibits What's going on at the Libraries: announcements, upcoming events, and current exhibits.
Organization At-a-Glance Staff directory and info about the Office of the Dean and other library departments.
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Our Blog News, views and impact stories from the UW Libraries.
Jobs Student, staff, and librarian job opportunities at the Libraries.
PoliciesLibraries policies governing use of library resources, space, and services.
Strategic Plan Current Libraries strategic goals and initiatives.
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