Unfortunately, alumni do not qualify for remote access unless you have a current enrollment, employment or teaching affiliation with MCW. Alumni are always welcome to visit the Library in person. On-site users have full access to all resources.
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Why donate to the Medical College of Wisconsin libraries?
Gifts to the Medical College of Wisconsin Libraries will be used to acquire information resources that benefit the people – faculty, staff, students, patients, their families and members of the public - that the library serves. donate now About Us Hours and Locations
Why donate to the MCW libraries?
Your gift to support the MCW Libraries mission is greatly appreciated. Gifts to the Medical College of Wisconsin Libraries will be used to acquire information resources that benefit the people – faculty, staff, students, patients, their families and members of the public - that the library serves. donate now About Us
Can I get remote access to the library?
Unfortunately, alumni do not qualify for remote access unless you have a current enrollment, employment or teaching affiliation with MCW. Alumni are always welcome to visit the Library in person. On-site users have full access to all resources.
What's new at MCW libraries in 2021?
September 7, 2021: MCW Libraries in the process of transitioning from the library proxy server to OpenAthens for connecting to library resources from off-campus. The proxied links on the library webpages and LibGuides will switch to Athenized links in the next few weeks.
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How to contact MCW about NetID?
If you have questions about your NetID, contact MCW Information Services at (414) 955-4357 or help@mcw.edu . Children's Wisconsin, Froedtert Health and Wisconsin Diagnostic Laboratories Staff. Apply for an account in person at the Todd Wehr or Froedtert libraries, or complete the Proxy Access Request form.
When will MCW switch to OpenAthens?
September 7, 2021: MCW Libraries in the process of transitioning from the library proxy server to OpenAthens for connecting to library resources from off-campus. The proxied links on the library webpages and LibGuides will switch to Athenized links in the next few weeks. You can use the same login information for OpenAthens links that you use for the library proxy server, which is the same credentials that are used for MCW email, InfoScope and OneDrive.
How to get MCW library links?
Go to Settings by clicking the hamburger menu/three-line menu link in the top-left corner of the screen. Choose settings. Click "Library links" in the left-side menu. Check the box next to it when it appears in a list. When you run searches in Scholar, you should start seeing Get it from MCW Libraries links.
What is Citrix remotely?
Citrix: remotely access files saved in your MCW network drives (such as your H: drive) and launch applications to perform your work. For more information about using Citrix, visit InfoScope .*
Is MCW available on campus?
MCW Libraries resources are available anytime, anywhere, and on any device. While on campus and using the MCW, Froedtert Staff or Children's Wisconsin staff network to access the internet, connecting to MCW Libraries subscription resources like databases and journals is seamless because the resources recognize your IP address.
How to log in to MCW?
Logging in is easy! Enter you MCW email credentials into the MCW users section on the Proxy Server login page. Other authorized users (Froedtert and CW staff and adjunct faculty) can login with their Library Barcode or Proxy ID.
How do I connect to resources from off-campus?
While using an MCW, Froedtert Staff or CW Staff network to access the internet, connecting to MCW Libraries subscription resources like databases and journals is seamless. The resources recognize that you are on MCW computer's network and grants you access to the sites.
What is the UW Madison library?
The UW-Madison Libraries provide remote access to electronic books, journals, databases, and more for current students and staff.
Where to return books to UW?
Books and media, including UW-System and Interlibrary Loan materials, should be returned to Memorial, College, or Steenbock Library book returns located near the entrance to each space.
How to contact a librarian?
Subject librarians with expertise in specific disciplines are available for remote consultations. Email is currently the best method to make contact with your librarian. Librarians may choose to then call you or schedule a virtual consultation with you via a web-conferencing tool (e.g. WebEx).
When are UW Madison book loans due?
UW-Madison and UW System book loans have been extended to October 15 for undergraduates and December 30 for graduate students and staff. Some Interlibrary Loan items and equipment may be due sooner. Check your library account for details.
When will the library remove registration holds?
All registration holds from October 1, 2019 to March 13, 2020 have been removed. No new holds are being placed. The Libraries understand if patrons are unable to return items during this time. We understand that this is a special situation, and special considerations will be made regarding late fees.
Can you digitize items at Interlibrary Loan?
Some physical items can be requested for pickup at this time using our Pickup by Appointment service. Other items can be requested for digitization through Interlibrary Loan.
MCW Libraries
Library details: MCW Libraries is a Medical library. This library is affiliated with Medical College of Wisconsin (view map) . The collection of the library contains 251,472 volumes. The library circulates 20,954 items per year. The library serves a population of 1,129 .
Medical College of Wisconsin
Library details: MCW Libraries is a Medical library. This library is affiliated with Medical College of Wisconsin (view map) . The collection of the library contains 251,472 volumes. The library circulates 20,954 items per year. The library serves a population of 1,129 .
How to bookmark a library resource?
If you would like to bookmark a library resource, simply copy the URL from a library web page to ensure you get the correct information. If you find that a library resource denies you access, you can try using the library’s Remote access bookmarklet (see menu on the right). PLEASE NOTE: The remote access bookmarklet will only work for UW-Madison faculty, staff, and students.
Where is session information stored?
This session information is stored on your hard drive in a file called cookies.txt.
Does a campus VPN give you access to library resources?
Note that using a campus VPN DOES NOT automatically give you access to library resources. Get to the resource through our library website, and the resource will automatically ask you to login with your UW-Madison NetID.
