Library added new database
Posted by The Skyliner on February 25th, 2009The Library recently added WESTLAW to its list of databases available for student research. Westlaw will replace the LexisNexis database that the Library had previously used.
Campus Research, the collegiate version of Westlaw, is an easy-to-use online research service that provides university students with access to a comprehensive collection of news and business information as well as law-related resources. With Westlaw’s Campus Research, you can search an extensive collection of information resources as easily as you use the Internet, thanks to specially designed time-saving tools that use natural, basic language searching and an easy, straightforward interface. With the Advanced Search feature, you can use simple Boolean search connectors such as AND and OR to further refine your searches and reduce the amount of time it takes to find exactly what you need. Additionally, Westlaw’s interface is divided into two content tabs, News & Business and Law, further simplifying research.
This new database can be accessed via the Westlaw link on the Database page of the Library’s website. As with all of the Library’s online resources, this database will be available on all of the Library’s workstations as well as anywhere else on campus through the Database page. Additionally, Westlaw is available off campus via the “off-campus” link beside the title. After clicking on this button, you will need to login, then you will have complete access.
One thing to be aware of while logging on, it is necessary for Westlaw to deposit cookies onto your workstation as you log-on. Therefore, if you are using your own laptop, you may need to set your computer to accept cookies from this site.
There will be more information to come as the Library continues to upgrade its resources. In the meantime, check out all of the other resources available to you on the Library’s webpage.
Jonathan Bradsher
Hester Memorial Library Director