UF Library Login: Complete Guide to University of Florida Libraries
UF Library Login: Complete Guide to University of Florida Libraries
UF Library Login: Complete Guide to University of Florida Libraries Research and other academic tasks can be assisted by the George A. Smathers Libraries, also referred to as the University of Florida Library.
The Libraries play a significant role in luring and keeping top students, teachers, and staff members by encouraging the creativity and research needed to support the University’s global objectives.
Every college and centre at the University of Florida, including the Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (IFAS) and the Health Science Center, is served by the libraries, which together make up the largest information resource system in the state of Florida.
Six of the seven libraries that make up the George A. Smathers Libraries are part of the UF Libraries. The Levin College of Law’s Legal Information Center and the Smathers Libraries work closely together.
The Smathers Libraries include the following:
Architecture and Fine Arts Library
Education Library
Health Science Center Libraries (UF campus and Borland Library in Jacksonville)
Library West (Humanities and Social Sciences)
Marston Science Library
Smathers Library (Special and Area Studies Collections, Latin American and Caribbean Collection, Map and Imagery Library).
UF library database
The databases of the UF library are available for use in academic journal, magazine, and newspaper searches. The majority of academic journal articles cannot be accessed using Google and must be obtained through libraries.
The following multidisciplinary library databases cover the humanities, social sciences, and sciences:
JSTOR: Access to academic journal articles, books, and primary sources in 75 disciplines.
Web of Science” Includes humanities, social science, and science citations.
For strategic searching within a subject field, use the library’s subject databases.
The a-z list of databases
It’s a complete listing of all UF Libraries’ databases. Users can view all the databases alphabetically, search for a database by title, or use the three dropdowns on the A – Z Database List to search for databases by subject, type, or vendor.
Use A-Z Databases to find databases organized by subject.
Primo
Primo emulates the ‘simple search’ experience of Google. However, instead of searching across the entire open Web as Google does, Primo searches the majority of the authoritative electronic and print resources subscribed to and purchased by by the UF Libraries (including Library Catalog records for books, etc. shelved in the local collections).
After you enter your search, you can enter additional search terms, limit results to articles with full text, to books in the library, etc.
OneSearch (Available until September 30th)
OneSearch also emulates the ‘simple search’ experience of Google. However, instead of searching across the entire open Web as Google does, Primo searches the majority of the authoritative electronic and print resources subscribed to and purchased by by the UF Libraries (including Library Catalog records for books, etc. shelved in the local collections).
After you enter your search, you can enter additional search terms, limit results to articles with full text, to books in the library, etc.
UF library hours
UF libraries are open to the public during these defined hours. Find out the hours’ libraries are open or closed.
What to expect when you are visiting the libraries
Due to Covid-19, the UF library had to make few changes to promote social distancing and ensure the safety of the patrons and library staff. Here’s what you can expect:
Face coverings are optional. Those not fully vaccinated for COVID-19 are recommended to continue wearing masks, according to CDC guidance.
Study spaces are re-configured to promote social distancing.
UF have removed a number of tables, chairs and public computer stations.
Group study rooms will not be available.
Covered drinks and snacks are permitted in most campus Libraries. Hot entrees, salad, pizza, soup and hot, messy or odorous items must be consumed outside. No food or drink may be consumed in specialized collections (Architecture & Fine Arts Library, Map & Imagery Library, Special Collections) or posted areas.
Primo VE – The new UF library system
On July 13, 2021, all Florida public colleges and universities upgraded their core library platform to the Alma and Primo VE library systems. This next-generation integrated library system (ILS) leverages cloud-based services and offers a responsive, scalable web and mobile design. This upgrade will expand access to materials and improve the user experience for students, faculty, and staff.
How will UF benefit from Primo VE?
The new Primo VE discovery service will allow better access and management of the Library’s print, electronic, and digital collections and the improved discovery of items across all Florida institutions. Primo VE will change how the existing UF library catalog and OneSearch look and function.
Other enhanced features include:
Enhanced User Experience: Better integration of the library’s collections along with improved and expanded search capabilities.
Faster: Save time by searching almost all of the library’s collections and beyond in one simple search.
More Discovery: Explore and learn through automatic recommendations, virtual title browsing, and citation trails.
Personalized Search Experience: Log in to save your research preferences. Save your items in your eShelf and easily export records to citation management systems.
On-the-Go: Improved mobile user interface allows researchers to search on their favorite mobile device.
Seamless Integration: Alma and Primo VE work together to provide one user-friendly account for most library needs.
6 library resources tips for new students
UF Libraries can be a great tool for all UF students, even if you aren’t on campus! Here are 6 things you need to know to use the Libraries.
1. UF library VPN
To access any of the online resources that the UF Library offers, you need to download, install, and turn on the VPN. You can find these resources at vpn.ufl.edu.
It would be best if you also had this for off-campus access. If you are researching OFF campus (home, coffee shop, etc.), you must log in to the UF library before accessing any electronic materials. You have 2 options – the dedicated UF VPN or the library proxy server.
Once installed, the VPN software is called Cisco AnyConnect. When you open Cisco AnyConnect, you will be prompted for a user name and password. Enter your Gatorlink username (without @ufl.edu) and password to connect.
The Computing Help Desk is available 24/7 to answer questions and help you install and run the VPN properly.
2. Access anything with UF InterLibrary Loan (ILL)
UF Library provides FREE access to books, articles, and other resources to UF Online students.
UF Online students may borrow most materials available at the main UF campus and materials not owned by the UF Libraries using the InterLibrary Loan.
Requests are mailed or emailed to off-campus locations and arrive within one day to several weeks, depending on whether UF owns the item or whether it needs to be requested from another university. You should be able to access most electronic resources by using the VPN.
Note: ILL service does not apply to textbooks.
3. Your subject specialists
Did you know every major on campus has a librarian assigned? These librarians are called “subject specialists” because of their expertise in each subject. This means you have an expert to help you find information for papers, projects, or other assignments.
UF subject specialists are available to answer questions via email, phone, and Zoom. These one-on-one consultations between students and librarians are common. Consultations can be as simple as one question via email or as complex as an hour-long consultation spent locating sources for an undergraduate thesis.
4. LibGuides for research
The University of Florida LibGuides (short for Library Guide) are one-way subject specialists who try to help you find scholarly resources for your coursework.
Each major is different, which means finding information related to each major requires different resources.
For example, if you are doing historical research for a paper on the history of the Everglades, you may need to find books, newspapers, government documents, and special collections housed in archives.
However, if you are pre-med and doing a paper on health disparities in communities of color, you will need original research articles and public health information from large datasets.
5. UF library search function
The UF library search function helps you to search specific libraries. You can access the tool on the FIND page.
Library Catalog – search for books, journals, videos, and other materials available in the UF Libraries
OneSearch – search for materials from the Library Catalog as well as electronic resources such as ebooks, ejournals, and full text articles
EJournals – search for and browse electronic journals
A-Z database list – access a searchable list of databases across a variety of subject areas
UFDC – search for unique UF items and digital collections
Finding Aids – search archival records and manuscript collections
PubMed – search among millions of citations for articles and ebooks in biomedicine and life sciences
LibGuides – Guides containing information, resources and links relevant to subjects, courses, or general topics.
6. UF library printing
University of Florida Libraries offer regular printing, copying, and scanning at all branches, poster (plotter) printing, 3D printing, and 3D scanning at select locations.
Printing fees are charged to your Gatorlink account. You will be e-billed at the end of the month under ‘miscellaneous’ charges for Academic Technology printing. These charges will show up on your Student Financials account in MyUFL.
How to print from a library computer.
Select ‘Print’ from your application (Word, email, browser, etc.)
Choose the type of printer you want to use:
Go to the print release station, enter your Gatorlink username and password to release your job.
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