Milner Library Orientation

Orientation Overview

In this orientation, you will learn all about the Library! There are many resources available that can be used both on and off campus, so no matter how you're taking classes this semester, you'll be able to use the Library.

Specifics of the Orientation

• Your Library Account: learn the basics of what you can do with your library account including borrowing items from Milner and other libraries across the state of Illinois, and how to find your textbooks for class
  • Your Library Card
  • Borrowing Items from the Library
  • What is I-Share?
  • Interlibrary Loan Account
  • Finding Textbooks
• Getting Started with Research: jump start your research by learning how to locate specific articles, how to turn your research question into search terms, and how to use library databases.
  • Navigating the Library's Home Page
  • Using the Library Catalog
  • Finding Journal Articles
  • Developing Search Terms
  • Navigating Databases
  • Getting Help
• Navigating Milner Library: learn about the physical building and spaces
  • Library Floor Maps
  • What's available on each floor?
  • Printing, Scanning, Copying

New Faculty or Staff? Start your Online Orientation on this page.