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USING WORLDCAT

WHAT IS WORLDCAT?
The University of the Arts University Libraries subscribe to WORLDCAT, the world's largest network of library content and services. WORLDCAT allows you to simultaneously search thousands of libraries around the world through the FirstSearch interface.

We are especially happy to offer WorldCat as an online method for requesting interlibrary loan materials.


HOW DO I ACCESS WORLDCAT?


HOW DO I SEARCH WORLDCAT?
Once you're connected to WorldCat you'll see a screen like this:


HOW DO I REQUEST MY ITEM ON ILL?
Look at the record of the item for a link to borrow from another library.

Click on the Borrow this item from another library link and you'll see a form like the one below. Fill out the form, especially the * areas, and click Submit.
You must supply your UArts e-mail address so we know you're eligible for service.


HOW DO I REQUEST JOURNAL ARTICLES?
Please make an appointment with a librarian to guide you through the process the first time.
Send questions or remarks to mcastaldi@uarts.edu, Reference Librarian.


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