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Who may use the Swilley Library and what is available to me?
- Please click here for details.
- Any Mercerian may use the Library and check out materials.
- Anyone else over the age of 19 may enter the Library but may not check out materials.
- Anyone under the age of 19 who is not a Mercer student must be accompanied by an adult to enter the Library.
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How do I do research?
For general advice on how to do research, see GALILEO's Online Library Learning Center
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How do I access ejournals and databases from off-campus?
- From the Swilley Library homepage, find the beige "Subject Guides" box in the center of the screen. Click on your subject area.
- Click on "Databases"
- Read the descriptions of the databases listed to select one that matches your needs.
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How do I find a journal when I know the journal name?
- From the Swilley Library homepage, click on the blue "Find a Journal" tab.
- Type the title of the journal (not the title of the article,) in the box after "Journal Title begins with". Click on "Go!"
- Click on "Swilley Library holdings" to view availability within the Swilley Library or click on a link to another database for article full-text.
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What is the GALILEO password?
- Go to the library's home page -
http://swilley.mercer.edu
- Select "Passwords" at the left.
- Find the GALILEO password by viewing "your online library record"
- Enter your name and MUID (Mercer University ID on your student identification card).
- The GALILEO password will be displayed in your library account.
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What are the passwords for specialized databases?
Please click here for details.
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How do I cite in APA Style?
Please click here for details.
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How do I create a NetLibrary Account?
- Click on NetLibrary from a Swilley Library webpage or anywhere on-campus.
- Click on Create a Free Account.
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How do I renew my books online?
- Go to the Library's home page.
- Select "Borrow,Renew, & More" located on the left under Library Services.
- Select Renew Books
- Enter your name and MUID (located on the front of the Mercer University ID)
- Click Submit
- Click on "Items currently checked out" located on the right.
- You will now have the option to Renew all items or Renew selected items.
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What about overdue fines?
Please click here for details.
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How do I get a card to check out books at Emory (or other local
academic libraries)?
- If resources you need are held by another local
academic library, you can often borrow them
directly using an Interlibrary Use (ILU) Card, available at the reference desk.
- Swilley Library resources must be fully utilized before an ILU Card is issued. Ask a reference
librarian to assist you - they will search the catalog, key databases relating to the topic, as well
as the catalog of the library you intend to visit.
- Present your valid Mercer University ID to the librarian. You must be in good
standing to receive an ILU Card (no fines or outstanding billed books). Fill out a short
application form - this allows us to track subject areas and courses for which students need
supplemental material.
- Please note that these steps are required by our
agreement with
participating libraries.
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How do I print from Library computers?
You must have a Mercer University ID card to print.
- From the Library
computer, go to "File" and "Print" or select the printer icon.
- Create a username and password for your print job.
- Go to the Print Release Station located near the printer.
- At the Print Release Station, swipe your Mercer University ID card.
All print jobs waiting to be printed will be displayed.
- Locate and highlight the username you assigned to your print job.
- Click Print
- Enter your password when requested.
- Click OK or press Enter.
- Click the Log Out button on the left side of the screen.
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How do I adjust the volume from Library computers?
- Click on the arrow in the lower right corner to open the system tray.
- Immediately click on the speaker icon.
- Adjust the volume up or down or check the Mute box.
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How should I log off from Library computers?
Click on the grey, CybraryN Logout button, usually located on the lower right of the desktop.
The computer will reboot, deleting anything that you may have saved to the hard drive.
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How do I connect my laptop to the Library's wireless network?
Please see Technology Support Service's FAQ.
You may also register your laptop at the Swilley Library Reference Desk.
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Can I borrow a laptop from the Library?
Yes. Please click here for details.
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Is there money on my MERCER ID card (BearCard)?
Please click here for details.
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How do I add money to my MERCER ID card (BearCard)?
- There is a machine in the second floor copy machine room of the Swilley Library
that accepts cash only (no coins). This machine prints optional receipts for value added to your BearCard.
- Please
click here to add money to your BearCard using a credit or
debit card.
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Do I have to have a copy card to use the photocopiers?
No. Please click here for details.
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Is there a map of the library?
Yes. Please click
here for the second floor and here for the first floor.
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How do I use my PDA for pharmacy resources if I am a pharmacy student or faculty?
Please click here for details.
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How can I donate my books to the library?
- If you have books you'd like to donate, please call the reference desk
(678-547-6282) to schedule a time to bring the books
to the Swilley Library. Also inform the librarian
of the books' subject areas.
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- Please keep in mind that most materials older than five years are not useful to the library.
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- To receive credit, please assess the value of
your gift and fill out the Gift and
Donation form.
Thanks.
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