Research Methods at UF: Orientation to Library Literature

UF has seven libraries on campus! Each library specializes in one or more subject areas. A full-sized map is available above as a PDF file. Click here for more information about each of UF Libraries branches and collections.

Off campus access to library-licensed e-Journals, research databases and e-resources is limited to current UF students, staff, and faculty. In order to access this material from off campus you must authenticate yourself to the UF network using either the VPN (virtual private network) or the Library Proxy. See instructions here. one of the two following methods:

Remember:  If you hit a "paywall" asking for payment in order to see an article, check to see whether you're using VPN or Proxy service.

Ask a Librarian is a free service for those seeking assistance with library and research-related questions from reference staff. We answer questions in-person and by phone at our in-library service desks, and online through email, instant messaging, and texting. https://uflib.ufl.edu/find/ask/

Librarians are here to help you.  Find the library research guide or  librarian with expertise in your field by searching this Subject Specialist Guide.

Learn from this collection of short video tutorials produced by UF librarians.

https://guides.uflib.ufl.edu/onlineinfolit

Send suggestions for new topics to suzanne@ufl.edu