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Off-Campus Library Access

Why can’t I use the library website unless I’m on campus?  — Anonymous

Sorry to hear you’re having trouble with this. In order to access the library from off-campus, you’ll have to use the Libraries off-campus proxy service. It sounds complicated, but it’s actually really simple. Instructions on their website will walk you through it.

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