How can I request an article I found in a database, but isn't available?

Answer

If you find a journal article that you want to read and can't find a copy of it in a database, you can request it from another library with CSU+ or Interlibrary Loan!

Steps to Request:

  1. Search your favorite Library Database for articles
  2. If you find an article with no full-text, click the yellow "find it" button to check for access from the Library. It will link to the Library OneSearch website.

The Find it button available in OneSearch is circled to highlight it

  1. If we do not have access in OneSearch, you will see the message that says, "No Link are available for this record." If you haven't already, sign in to your library account using your Cal State LA username and password.

Screenshot of an article within OneSearch

  1. Select "Get It" under the blue get a digital copy box and complete the form that appears.Request an Article Prompt in OneSearch
  2. Watch your email for updates! Occasionally requests will be canceled because the item is unavailable from one group of libraries. When that happens, check your cancellation email for an option to request the item through Interlibrary Loan.

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  • Last Updated Oct 13, 2023
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  • Answered By Kendall Faulkner

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