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Databases A-Z

The Databases A-Z list provides a complete alphabetical list of searchable databases accessible to you through the Oberlin College Libraries. The databases range from those that cover multiple subject areas, e.g. JSTOR or Web of Science, to more narrow research topics, e.g. SOCIndex.

They contain both citations and full text for ebooks, peer reviewed journals, newspapers, magazines, data sets, images, music, primary documents, and more. You will want to use them for finding credible and scholarly materials required for your college research.

If you are unsure which databases are best for your research topic try using the subject and type filters, consult a subject or course guide, Ask a Librarian, or make a research appointment.

Course Reserves

Materials on reserve for a specific course. Search for course reserve lists by course instructor's name, course name, or course code.

Journals A-Z

Use to browse complete issues of a journal, magazine, or newspaper or to check Oberlin's access to a title. To find individual articles, use Search.Libraries.

OhioLINK

Books & ebooks, scores, videos, and audio available from OhioLINK institutions. Use this option to request physical items from other libraries.

WorldCat

WorldCat contains more than 43 million records describing books and other items owned by libraries around the world. You can search for popular books, music, CDs, and videos—all of the physical items you're used to getting from libraries. You can also discover digital content, such as downloadable audiobooks. Use InterLibrary Loan to order materials that you locate on WorldCat.

Research Guides

Course Guides

Course Guides are organized collections of resources created for the research and information needs of students in specific courses. Research strategies and library services are also included.

Source Type Guides

Oberlin College librarians have identified the best platforms for finding resources by source type, including newspapers, magazines, dissertations and theses, books, music, primary sources, and more. Some guides also provide search tips and techniques.

Subject Guides

Research guides are the gateway to library collections and resources. Created and maintained by Oberlin College & Conservatory reference and subject librarians, Guides by Subject are organized by their relevant subject areas to provide a detailed list of recommended scholarly sources, including: databases; internet and digital resources; and the libraries’ collections of books, journals, magazines, music, art, DVDs, etc.

Guides also help you develop search strategies, cite sources and manage bibliographic references, and lead to a librarian who can provide further assistance. Subject guides are displayed alphabetically.

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February 20, 2023

Ellen Broadwell retired in December 2022 as Library Technician IV in the Acquisitions, Gifts, E-resources & Serials Department. Ellen was appointed Acquisitions System Coordinator in 1987 when William A. Moffett was the library director; since then, tremendous changes in publishing and online access have transformed her... Continue Reading

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February 20, 2023

Oberlin College Libraries Recognizes Staff Excellence

The Oberlin College Libraries inaugurated annual Staff Excellence Awards in January to acknowledge the incredible work of our staff. This year, two teams were the winners: the Assessment, Communication, and Engagement (ACE) Team which includes Lindsey Felice, Eboni Johnson, Matt Koperdak, Michael McFarlin, Gena Reynolds... Continue Reading

February 20, 2023

Kiran Williams Wins Award for Excellence in Library Research

The Friends of the Libraries Excellence in Library Research Award for the 2021-22 academic year was awarded to Kiran Williams ‘22 for her project “Exploring the Domestic Enslaved: Pompeii.” The $500 award was announced at the Friends of the Libraries Annual Dinner, November 4, 2022. Professor of Classics Drew... Continue Reading

February 20, 2023

Open Access Publishing Gets a Boost with OhioLINK Transformative Agreements

All Oberlin College authors have open access publishing options with Cambridge, Wiley, and IOPP, thanks to recent OhioLINK agreements with those publishers. This means that Author Publishing Charges (APCs) are waived for researchers from OhioLINK member institutions who submit their work for publication. These... Continue Reading

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February 20, 2023

Friends of the Oberlin College Libraries Enhance Library Acquisitions

Once again, the generosity of the Libraries’ Friends group has strengthened teaching, learning, and research at Oberlin. Over $50,000 in special acquisitions funds will support acquisitions in music, history, science, and gender studies this year. We list just a few examples of the important and varied research resources... Continue Reading

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February 20, 2023

Libraries’ Winter Term Courses – Teaching and Partnering

It may have been cold outside, but the Libraries were percolating with activities during the 2023 winter term. Continuing the libraries’ mission of collaboration, instruction, and educational programming, this year’s winter term included several courses taught or supported by Libraries staff. Terrell Library... Continue Reading

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September 25, 2022

From the College Librarian: New Perspectives

Welcome to a new perspective on Library Perspectives, the newsletter of the Oberlin College Libraries. We have redesigned the 31-year-old newsletter, moved it to an e-format, and increased its frequency from biennial to triennial. Otherwise, it remains a trusted source for news and updates from the Oberlin College Libraries... Continue Reading

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September 25, 2022

Jeremy Denk ‘90 to Speak at Annual Friends Dinner

World-renowned concert pianist Jeremy Denk will speak at the 2022 Annual Friends of the Oberlin College Libraries Dinner and Meeting. Mr. Denk, a proud and pride-inspiring alumnus of the Oberlin Conservatory, is also the author of a New York Times best-selling memoir, Every Good Boy Does Fine: A Love Story, in Music... Continue Reading

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September 25, 2022

Graduate Library School Scholarship Winners

Alex Kohn '19 and Gena Reynolds '15 are winners of the 2022 Friends of the Oberlin College Libraries Graduate Library School Scholarship. Each scholarship winner receives a $3,500 award. Alex Kohn was born and raised in New York City, where they spent their entire life before attending Oberlin College. While at Oberlin, Alex... Continue Reading

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Events and Exhibits

Events Check the new Events calendar for upcoming events from all four branches, including: Book Arts Learning Labs, Workshops, and Classes The Big Read Library Tours Explore Events Exhibits Check the exhibitions page for current and upcoming exhibitions at the libraries, including "Overseas to Oberlin: A Global... Continue Reading

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Search.Libraries ? Books, articles, scores, recordings, and films at Oberlin, OhioLINK, online, and beyond.

Course Reserves ? Materials on reserve for a specific course. Search for course reserve lists by course instructor's name, course name, or course code.

Journals A-Z ? Use to browse complete issues of a journal, magazine, or newspaper or to check Oberlin's access to a title. To find individual articles, use Search.Libraries.

OhioLINK ? Books & ebooks, scores, videos, and audio available from OhioLINK institutions. Use this option to request physical items from other libraries.

Course Guides ? Course Guides are organized collections of resources created for the research and information needs of students in specific courses. Research strategies and library services are also included.

Source Type Guides ? Oberlin College librarians have identified the best platforms for finding resources by source type, including newspapers, magazines, dissertations and theses, books, music, primary sources, and more. Some guides also provide search tips and techniques.

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Search.Libraries

Books, articles, scores, recordings, and films at Oberlin, OhioLINK, online, and beyond.

Course Reserves

Materials on reserve for a specific course. Search for course reserve lists by course instructor's name, course name, or course code.

Journals A-Z

Use to browse complete issues of a journal, magazine, or newspaper or to check Oberlin's access to a title. To find individual articles, use Search.Libraries.

OhioLINK

Books & ebooks, scores, videos, and audio available from OhioLINK institutions. Use this option to request physical items from other libraries.

Course Guides

Course Guides are organized collections of resources created for the research and information needs of students in specific courses. Research strategies and library services are also included.

Source Type Guides

Oberlin College librarians have identified the best platforms for finding resources by source type, including newspapers, magazines, dissertations and theses, books, music, primary sources, and more. Some guides also provide search tips and techniques.