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FAQ: John B. Coleman Library Chat Service : FAQ: Reference and Information Services Department

The most frequently asked questions from the live John B. Coleman Library Chat Service are answered.

FAQ: Reference and Information Services Department

  • How do I access the online eJournal portal?
    • Begin at the PVAMU Library homepage. Then, either scroll down until you see “E-journals” under the search bar and over the link to Digital Commons on the left column or ctrl+F, type in E-journals and then hit escape and enter. If you are off campus, this will prompt a login of your usual PVAMU credentials. If you need help getting access, click here.

  • How do I access the online catalog?
    • Begin at the PVAMU Library homepage. Then, either scroll down until you see “Library Catalog” under the search bar and over the link to Digital Commons on the left column or ctrl+F, type in Library Catalog and then hit escape and enter. If you are off campus, this will prompt a login of your usual PVAMU credentials. If you need help getting access, click here.

  • What database will be good for my research?
    • Begin at the PVAMU Library homepage. Scroll down until you see Databases A to Z. Click it, then where it says All Subjects, click that to select the subject of the database that pertains to your research. Read the descriptions to narrow down your search. If you’re still unsure, ask a librarian using our live chat service by clicking here.

  • How do I access the database from home/off campus?
    • To gain off campus access, you must enter your network ID (part of PVAMU email before the @) and your PantherNet ID password.

  • How do I get access to information on APA formatting?
    • Click here for a guide on APA formatting. Click here for live help from a librarian.

  • How do I get access to information on copyright and plagiarism?
    • To see our digital copyright compliance at PVAMU, click here. For a guide on how to avoid plagiarism, click here.

  • How do I search EBSCOhost, ProQuest and Science Direct?
    • Begin at the PVAMU Library homepage. Scroll down until you see Databases A to Z. Click it, then in the search bar type the database that you wish to search. If you need help refining your search process, use our live chat service and ask a librarian here.

 

John B. Coleman Library
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 519, MS 1040, Prairie View, Texas 77446
Physical Address: L.W. Minor St. / University Drive, Prairie View, Texas 77446
Reference: (936) 261-1535, Circulation: (936) 261-1542
Email: askalibrarian@pvamu.edu

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