CFR Student Orientation
Carol Green (ccgreen@u.washington.edu), Forest Resources Librarian
How do I access the UW Libraries?
Other Library Collections of Interest
Chemistry Library |
Engineering |
Fisheries-Oceanography Library |
Government Publications |
Map Collection and Cartographic Information Services |
Miller Library, Center for Urban Horticulture, University of Washington Botanic Gardens
How do I find books and reports?
How do I find article indexes?
How do I get started on a subject search?
How do I find full text journal articles?
- Links through the UW Libraries Catalog (Search for a specific journal title.)
- Electronic Journals Lists
(When you know the journal title you need.)
- Links through specific databases such as ISI Web of Science or WebSpirs databases
- UWorld Express, for articles in journals to which the Libraries does not subscribe.
How do I check out materials and access my library account?
- Accessing your account: Linking ID barcodes to Libraries records |
Establishing PIN Numbers | E-mail notices
- Other Libraries Services
- Use the Request function of the UW Libraries Catalog or Summit Catalog to have materials sent to a library unit of your choice.
Where do I go when I have a question or need assistance?
- Find your friendly Forest Resources Librarian.
Carol Green is available about 20 hours a week, generally from 8:30-4:30 on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, although that schedule may vary. Her main office is in 60 Bloedel Hall, (basement level). When the door is open she is there. (Please call to make sure.) She will be available in other areas of Anderson and Bloedel Halls on a regular schedule which will be posted. Or make an appointment by calling 206-543-2758, or by email at ccgreen@u.washington.edu. She will be available at the Natural Science Reference Desk on a regular schedule. She would be delighted to come to your class or lab for a more indepth consultation.
- Use Q & A Live, a reference chat service available 24/7, for remote service from your desktop.
- Visit the Natural Sciences Library, call the reference librarians at 206-543-1244 or send a message to natsci@u.washington.edu.
- Suzzallo Library and all other branch libraries also welcome your questions.
How do I find Course Reserve materials?
Most Course Reserve materials for CFR Classes are processed at the Natural Sciences Library. Many reserve items are available electronically. Request print materials at the NSL Circulation Desk.
What other services are available?
- Alert Services
- Zephyr: E-mail notification of new materials added to the UW Libraries Catalog.
- Access+ computers with full MS Office databases plus Endnote.
- Wireless access is now available throughout Suzzallo and Allen including the Natural Sciences Library.
- To suggest Libraries purchases, use the General Purchase online request form or contact Carol Green at ccgreen@u.washington.edu.
- Printing and Photocopying
Photocopy and print services are available in all Libraries. Be sure to get a Copy Quick Card, available at all Reference desks, to use in both types of services. CFR budget numbers can be used on one copier in the Natural Sciences Library. Request a registration form from the NSL Reference desk, or e-mail
natsci@u.washington.edu to request a form.
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