Old Dominion University Libraries - Frequently Asked Questions

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	Journal and Newspaper Articles (11) Questions about finding journal and newspaper articles.	Interlibrary Loan (ILL) and Document Delivery (5) Questions about obtaining materials from other libraries through ODU.	Library Services (6) Questions about services the library offers.
	Off-Campus Access (4) Questions about accessing the library's online resources from off-campus, including using your University Identification Number (UIN) and e-mail address to log in.	Books and Other Print Materials (6) Questions about finding books in the library catalog and locating them in the library.

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What is my UIN?

A UIN is a University Identification number. ODU uses UIN’s instead of Social Security numbers to identify you in university records. You...

12 Mar, 2008

How much does the ILL service cost?

Most interlibrary loan transactions do not involve any cost to you. If a charge will be involved the library will always contact you for approval...

12 Mar, 2008

I have a citation for an article I need. How can I find out whether ODU has it?

To find out whether the library has the article you need, begin at our library’s homepage. Under the heading “Information...

11 Mar, 2008

I’m having trouble finding books and articles for my paper. Can someone help me?

ODU's libraries have a number of reference librarians who would be happy to help and who have in-depth knowledge in various subject areas. See our ....

12 Mar, 2008

I heard that I could come to the library for tutoring. Are there tutoring services available here?

Yes, ODU's Tutoring and Academic Achievement program does hold some regular tutoring session for math, pre-calculus, and statistics in library room...

12 Mar, 2008

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How do I configure Google Scholar to access ODU library resources remotely?

How to configure Google Scholar for ODU resources In order to remotely access online information resources provided by the ODU Libraries through...

13 Nov, 2008

I went to the Journals, Magazines, and Newspapers link and couldn’t find any articles on my topic? Where else can I look?

The Journals, Magazines, and Newspapers link allows you to find out whether the library has a particular periodical title. To find articles by...

12 Mar, 2008

How can I locate newspaper articles?

Print newspapers are located on the library's second floor near the microforms help desk on the east side of the building. If you are looking for...

12 Mar, 2008

Where can I go for scanning and color printing?

provide scanning and color printing services for ODU students. Faculty, staff, and graduate students may also make use of the library's for the...

12 Mar, 2008

I heard that I could come to the library for tutoring. Are there tutoring services available here?

Yes, ODU's Tutoring and Academic Achievement program does hold some regular tutoring session for math, pre-calculus, and statistics in library room...

12 Mar, 2008