Obtaining Journal Articles from the Hamersly Library
Full-text Articles*
[*Off-campus use of many library systems is limited to WOU faculty and students. To ensure access, users may be validated by the Hamersly Library proxy server.]
Hamersly Library makes available through Ebscohost the following widely used databases:
Many of the articles within these databases are available in full-text format. Look for links at the bottom of citations: PDF Full-Text; HTML Full-Text; or Linked Full-Text . Those articles not available in full-text format may be requested through the Interlibrary Loan Request form at the bottom of the citation display. Make sure to indicate that you are a WOU Extended Programs student in the Comments box. (Failure to complete this step may result in a denial of your request!)
Lexis-Nexis is another widely used database, providing access to a vast array of newspapers and legal and trade publications, with all results available in full-text on your computer.
Using FirstSearch Databases
When using FirstSearch Databases for research, including:
You may use the 
Interlibrary Loan request button to order articles from the Hamersly Library. Make sure to set your status to WOU Distance Education Student on the request form. (Failure to complete this step may result in denial of your request!)
Need Assistance?
For general assistance in using any of the journal databases, you may contact the Hamersly Library Reference Desk at 503.838.8899. If you experiencing difficulty in requesting materials, or need to track an order or return, please contact Janeanne Rockwell-Kincanon at 503.838.9493 or email: kincanj@wou.edu .
