WorldCat Local is the latest thing from our friends at OCLC. Holman Library is pleased to offer this cutting edge service to the McKendree community.

What does it do? You already know OCLC as the connection between the world’s libraries and for their fine FirstSearch databases. WorldCat Local connects different systems in order to provide a more integrated experience for users. You’ll be thrilled about the quality of the new searching interface and all of the quality data now available in one search. 

It’s as easy to use as A, B, C…

A) Select WorldCat Local from the Library’s homepage.


B) Once you’re at WorldCat Local, you may choose between searching only Holman Library or searching worldwide. The Advanced Search feature provides even more options.


C) The Advanced Search allows you to include one or all of the FirstSearch databases when searching, as well. Books, documents and journal articles are available in one single search.


Stay out of the heat, Bearcats!
Bill

  is leaving!

The next six weeks will bring many significant improvements in Holman Library’s suite of online services. As of July 1, our most popular service, the familiar integrated search (seen above) will evolve. Version 2.0 will be from our favorite partner, EBSCOhost. Their new Integrated Search product will feature more rapid return of search results, enhanced features and functionality, simpler overall interface elements, an advanced PDF viewer, as well as greatly improved customer support.
 

arrives soon!

We previously announced and rolled out the first of our new online resources, the VuFind version of I-Share. Over the coming weeks, we’ll also introduce the campus community to WorldCat Local, OVID Nursing Full Text Plus and an upgraded Library homepage.

As always, we appreciate your feedback, positive and negative. The Library staff is anxious to meet your needs in person or online.  

Have a GREAT Bearcat summer!
Bill