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University of Minnesota Libraries
Using the Libraries during COVID-19
Though on-campus libraries are currently closed, we are open online and here to help you with teaching, learning, and research.Search for books, journals, articles, media and more.
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Questions about closure
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When will library spaces open?
We are finalizing plans to have key library spaces open for fall semester, dates and details TBD.
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What about the print collections?
Print books and journal articles are available for electronic, digital scan, or mail delivery. Select "Get it" from Libraries search results, or go directly to the Interlibrary Loan and Digital Delivery page to request materials. Resuming this service requires that emergency online access to our in-copyright material in HathiTrust will end Aug. 12.
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Do I need to return my books?
The Libraries is now accepting returns.
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What services can visitors use?
Our licensing contracts limit remote database access to current students, faculty, and staff. However, some resources are available to Minnesotans.
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Hours & locations more library locations
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All University Libraries are currently closed until further notice.
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Research
Researcher support
Services to prepare for your research project; finding, creating, & using data; publishing & sharing research; & measuring impact.
Collections
Repositories
The Digital Conservancy, Data Repository for the U of M, & UMedia contain photos, video, maps, publications, & data sets provided by University students, faculty, & departments.
Spaces
SMART Learning Commons
These spaces provide learning support such as tutoring, media support, & spaces for group study.
Collections
Archives & Special Collections
Unique collections covering a wide array of subjects. Archive staff is available to help you make the most of these materials.
Research
Digital Arts, Sciences, & Humanities (DASH)
Supports faculty & students working with digital methodologies in research, teaching, & artistic projects.
News more news
A Matter of Facts: Voting by mail in Minnesota
In order to vote by mail in Minnesota for the August 11 state primary election and/or the November general election, you must request an absentee ballot. This article focuses on voting by mail. There are also options to
vote early in person
and to still
vote on election day
at your polling place.
Events more events
Exhibits more exhibits
Downton Abbey: Behind the Scenes of Health and Illness
In this online exhibit, Wangensteen Historical Library holdings come together to illuminate the medical themes threaded throughout Masterpiece Theater’s wildly popular Downton Abbey.
Library perks more library perks
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Online popular newspapers
New York Times, Star Tribune, St. Paul Pioneer Press, Washington Post, Wall Street Journal.
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Popular reading collections
Browse Wilson popular reading collection and Walter Libraries' general literature.
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EffectiveU
Tips for studying, time & stress management, note taking, & test prep.
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Ebooks Minnesota
A wide variety of subjects for readers of all ages; features literature & nonfiction.
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Makerspaces
3D printers, sewing machines, robotics, & crafting tools. Available in Walter Library's Breakerspace and Health Sciences Library's Makerspace .