How do I authenticate to NYU Libraries if I'm off campus?
If you are off campus, then you need to be routed through the Libraries' proxy server, so that you can be authenticated after providing your NYU NetID and password. This page describes the main ways to do this.
Does Bloomberg have remote access to the library?
NYU Libraries currently offer virtual and at-the-terminal access to Bloomberg. End of pandemic remote access: Distance access may cease in February 2022--Bloomberg is evaluating when to end remote access.
How do I get access to the library from off-campus users?
This new URL will prompt off-campus users to login with their NYU NetID and password, and then give them the same access as they would have on campus. Another way to get your browser to route you through the library proxy server (while off-campus) is by adding a "proxy bookmarklet" to your browser.
How do I access the library's proxy server from off-campus?
Another way to get your browser to route you through the library proxy server (while off-campus) is by adding a "proxy bookmarklet" to your browser. Then, whenever you reach a publisher's page for an article while off-campus, you can click on this bookmarklet, and login with your NYU NetID and password for the same access you would have on campus.
Can non NYU students use the library?
Currently, access to the library buildings and services is limited to current NYU community members and NYU Consortium members students and faculty following all University Health Guidelines.
Can the public use NYU library?
As a private institution, NYU Libraries is unable to offer members of the public general access to the Libraries and collections. However, there are a number of ways visitors can access the Libraries based on affiliation and research need.
Can NYU students use Columbia library?
Graduate and undergraduate students, full-time faculty and staff from NYU may access the libraries at Columbia, Barnard, Union Theological Seminary, Jewish Theological Seminary, and Teachers College upon display of a currently valid ID card.
How do I access my NYU library database?
To access databases available through the NYU Libraries website, use your NYU NetID and password.
Can non NYU students use Bobst Library?
To obtain access to Bobst Library, eligible members of Columbia University must present their CUID card at the Library Privileges window at Bobst. Borrowing privileges are not included, but are available for full-time faculty and doctoral students through MaRLI: Manhattan Research Library Initiative.
Can new school students use NYU library?
NYU Consortium and Affiliated Libraries NYU students and faculty have access and borrowing privileges at a number of affiliated and consortium libraries, including The New School, Cooper Union and New York School of Interior Design.
Can non Columbia students use the library?
Who can use Columbia's libraries? The Libraries primarily serve Columbia University's current faculty, students, staff, and researchers who have valid Columbia ID's.
Is NYU or Columbia better?
Ranked seventh in the US this year, Columbia has been a consistent presence near the top of the world rankings over the past decade. It ranks well across all the indicators, narrowly beating NYU in three categories: research impact, learning experience and employability.
What is NYU best known for?
NYU ranks among the top universities in the world in the QS World University Rankings® by Subject for:Accounting and finance.Mathematics.Law and legal studies.Psychology.Philosophy.
Can NYU alumni use Bobst?
New York University alumni, neighborhood residents, and other members of the public can gain access to the Elmer Holmes Bobst Library with a 100% tax-deductible gift to Friends of Bobst Library. NYU's Classes of 2020 and 2021 can get Reader membership for $50.
What is BobCat library?
Online Catalog (BobCat) Use the BobCat Catalog to search for books (electronic & print), media, journals, audio and video, databases, items on course reserve, and more.
What is NYU library called?
Elmer Holmes Bobst LibraryThe striking, 12-story Elmer Holmes Bobst Library, designed by Philip Johnson and Richard Foster, is the seat of the Dean of Libraries and central to the intellectual life of NYU's Washington Square-based students and faculty.
Does NYU allow visitors?
All visitors, vendors, and affiliates must be sponsored by an NYU employee. Advanced planning is required; same-day visit requests are not permitted.
Can I enter Bobst Library?
External community member access to Bobst is currently limited to the following groups: External researchers with pre-approval. Visit our Access to Special Collections, U.S. & U.N. Document Collections page for details.
Are guests allowed in Bobst?
Please visit the Libraries' NYU Returns page for more information. NYU Bobst Library welcomes the guests of NYU students, faculty and staff.
Is Columbia library open to public?
Are Columbia's libraries open to the public? Our Libraries require a valid Columbia ID or a Visitor's Card for admittance. Our Visitors page provides information about visiting Columbia Libraries and obtaining a Visitor's Card.
EZproxy Links
Some resource vendors use EZproxy to authenticate that off-campus users are part of the NYU license.
Single Sign On (SSO)
Many resource sites (Elsiever, and ACS for example) can use NYU’s SSO for off-campus access, so you won’t need the VPN or EZproxy.
Troubleshooting
If you are using another NYU VPN, or non-NYU VPN it may not be compatible with on-campus, or off-campus access to library resources.
Recommended Browsers
We suggest using one of NYU’s recommended browsers (opens in a new window) for the best experience and added security.
Get Help
If you’re on the VPN and using EZproxy but still can’t access resources contact Ask a Librarian and someone will help you.
How to add NYULib to favorites?
Right-click on this link: NYULib Proxy and choose "Bookmark this Link" ( Firefox) or "Add to Favorites" (Internet Explorer). If the links or favorites toolbar is not visible in your browser, you can try to enable it under Options > Bookmarks Toolbar (Firefox) or View > Toolbars (Internet Explorer).
Does NYU pay for online journals?
Many online journals and databases require subscriptions (which NYU Libraries pays for) to get access.
Can you authenticate NYU off campus?
If you are off campus, then you need to be routed through the Libraries' proxy server, so that you can be authenticated after providing your NYU NetID and password. This page describes the main ways to do this.
What is Bloomberg?
Bloomberg is a terminal-bound financial services platform that provides analysis and quotes for equities (stocks) and indices, company and economic data for the countries of the world, real-time and historical industry and market news, and advanced analytical and data functions.
Bobst Access Updates (Spring 2022)
End of pandemic remote access: Distance access may cease in February 2022--Bloomberg is evaluating when to end remote access. Should remote access end, this means that individuals who need to use Bloomberg after this date will need to do so on NYU's campuses, at physical terminals.
Terminal Policies
Alumni, Friends of Bobst Library, visitors, guests, consortial borrowers (MaRLI, OCLC Shares, etc), and individuals in NYU programs without library privileges (such as continuing education "certificate" or "diploma" programs) are not eligible for access and are encouraged to visit New York Public Library's Bloomberg terminals.
How to contact MCIT Helpdesk?
For all access issues please contact the MCIT Helpdesk: 212-263-6868. This should be your default access method. By connecting to NYU Langone Medical Centers secure intranet “Inside NYU Langone” you will have secure access to our electronic resources.
Is external login a primary means of access?
Home. External Login. This should not be your primary means of access, however it does provide quick access to the portal and other web resources. Because this is using web browser security only, you may experience technical issues while navigating the different electronic resources.
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