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Library Research Tutorials
Use these tutorials to become familiar using Andruss Library resources!
- Andruss Library Video TourTake a 4-minute virtual tour of Andruss Library at Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania.
- Boolean TutorialWhat is Boolean? When should you use AND? When should you use OR? When should you use NOT?
- Library Research TutorialGeared toward freshmen, will orient you to the library and how to do research.
- How to find articlesFour part tutorial which covers basics of using Andruss Library databases and journals to find articles.
- RefWorks Basics TutorialPick from among a number of short tutorial movies to learn the basics of using RefWorks.
Remote Access
Remote Access (off-campus access) to most subscription databases, from computers not connected to the University's network, is available by using your BOLT login information or the Library Number from your Bloomsburg University ID.
When Off-Campus Access is Denied
1. If using your Lib#, omit all spaces between library card numbers. Card activation status may be checked by calling the Library's Circulation Desk at 570-389-4205. Remote access is not provided to the general public, including those with Pennsylvania Resident cards.
2. Version 4.0 or higher of both Netscape and Internet Explorer are recommended for most databases. If you are experiencing difficulties, you may wish to change your browser preferences to allow cookies and enable Java and Javascript. Some browsers may present difficulties with some databases, so if one browser does not work, try another.
If all the above steps are taken and access continues to be denied, call (570-389-4801) or Email the Database Coordinator and provide as much information as possible, including the address of the page which had the link to the database you could not access.