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Heinz College Orientation to Library Resources and Services: Welcome to CMU

This guide provides an overview of library resources and services that will be useful throughout your Heinz College experience.

LibKey Nomad

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LibKey Nomad is a browser extension that facilitates access to the Libraries' full text resources as you find research on the web. LibKey Nomad provides one-click access to full text from websites like PubMed, Wikipedia and publisher pages. Install the plug-in for Chrome, Firefox, Microsoft Edge, or other browsers by going to this LibKey Nomad download page and choosing Carnegie Mellon University as your institution when prompted.

Off-Campus Access

In general, when off campus, if you are accessing library resources via the library homepage, or any CMU Libraries website including this guide, you should be prompted to sign in using your CMU credentials to access full text resources. However, for a few resources or to troubleshoot access when you are off-campus, you may need to connect using the VPN client as described on our Accessing the Library from Off-campus page.

If using the VPN to access the library, make sure you are using the Full VPN.

 

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Borrowing from other libraries

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You can borrow items from other libraries if CMU Libraries does not have what you're looking for. ILLiad is our Interlibrary Loan system.  Simply log into the Interlibrary Loan system, fill out a registration form if its your first time using the system and then click on a New Request link in the left hand column.

Public Policy, Management and Information Systems

Welcome to CMU's Heinz College! The CMU Libraries has many resources and services to help you in your work and research. Please view the orientation video below, and explore more in-depth subject guides to resources in Public Policy, Management and Information Systems:

Orientation to CMU Libraries

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Ask your questions in person, by phone, by e-mail, or via chat.

Contact the University Libraries Reference team by filling out the form on this page.

Library Hours

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Liaison Librarian

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Sarah Young
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Contact:
Hunt Library, Rm 109G
412-268-7384

Library Workshops

 

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The Libraries offer many workshops, both virtual and in person, from conducting literature reviews to data visualization and management and more. Check out our list of workshops and register at the CMU Libraries workshop page

Data Office Hours

Do you have data-related questions or need help with a data project? We are here to help! 

The University Libraries offer Data Services and Research Consultations! These office hours provide in-person or virtual consultations to students, staff, faculty, and researchers in Pittsburgh. Library specialists are available to help at any point across the research data lifecycle, which includes data collecting, cleaning, structuring and integration, data management, data analysis, coding in R and Python, data sharing, and scholarly communications. Book an in-person consultation or virtual appointment!