You will need your D# set up in the library's system in order to gain access to any journal or e-book in the library's electronic resources.
If you're a new library user, complete the PATRON FORM to have your library account set up. (Process usually takes ~10-15 minutes during library hours.)
If you believe your account is set up, but haven't used it in awhile, call 302-857-6191 or e-mail LIBCIRC@desu.edu and ask if your account is ready or needs renewal. You will be asked to provide your D#.
Below are several of DSU's main databases. For a complete list click here. Some disciplines have databases specific to their needs such as Chemistry, Nursing, or Education. Visit the LibGuides for these subjects or reach out to a librarian (libref@desu.edu) for help accessing the best database for your discipline.
Using Boolean operators is when you use words like AND, OR, or NOT strategically between your search terms. Use of these words is usually in ALL CAPS and they can be placed between search terms to improve your search results.
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With Advanced search use the three popular boolean operators: •AND -- Narrows the search. It looks for documents that contain all of your terms and display only those records that contain both •OR -- Broadens the search. It looks for documents that contain either keywords/terms, or both •NOT -- Narrows the search. It looks for documents on the first term(s) and ignore the term (s) followed by NOT |
You can also try Truncation
The standard symbol for truncation of a word is an asterisk (*) at the end of the root word, which will retrieve more results with various endings of the word. Truncation symbol varies by database.
Example of a truncated word:
educat* retrieves educate, educator, education, educational, and educating.