ILL - FADS/GrADS - TexShare
COVID-19 Update: The Interlibrary Loan unit at Texas State has resumed normal operations. However, due to many libraries still being closed and not lending physical items, it may be difficult or slower than usual to obtain some items. Please be patient!
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Interlibrary Loan (ILL)ILL is a free library lending service available to current TxState students and employees. ILL borrows items from other libraries that the Alkek Library does not own. Use ILLIAD, the online interlibrary loan request system, to order your ILL items. Typical turnaround for a book is 1-2 weeks and must be picked up at and returned to the library. Articles are sent to requestors via email.
Contact & Pick-up Info: 512.245.4893; Items can be picked up at the Checkout Desk on the 3rd floor of the Library. -
Graduate Student Article Delivery (GrADS)Via FADS and GrADS, Alkek Library delivers electronic copies of articles or book chapters (choose *article request* and put in page numbers) from our print journal collection right to your desktop or mobile device.
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TexShareA TexShare card is free for all current Texas State students and employees and provides borrowing privileges at Participating Libraries.
Purpose
Purpose of this Guide:
- Identify and locate different formats of information (both scholarly and otherwise) using library resources
- Construct effective searches using effective search strategies, basic Boolean principles and database filters
- Understand the different formats for information
- Use research tools and indicators of authority to determine the credibility of sources
- Cite resources using citation generators and MLA format
Ask a Librarian
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Ask-a-LibrarianUse the Ask a Librarian service for questions about library resources, research assignments or other information. We offer chat and text, or you can email your question.
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Individual Research ConsultationsYou may also make an online or face-to-face appointment with a subject librarian. Learn more about individual research consultations.
