What is DiscoverDeWitt?
DiscoverDeWitt
DiscoverDeWitt is our library discovery tool; use it to search all our library resources: books, e books, databases, articles, DVD's.
WATCH the Intro Video to learn the basic techniques for searching.
Some other features in DiscoverDeWitt for library users:
- Books that we don't have in our collection can be requested from other libraries by searching the Everything in DiscoverDeWitt and choosing "Request from another institution"
- Automatic login to DiscoverDeWitt from the portal provides access to your library account to renew materials and make requests. You can also save your searches and bookmark resources for later review
- You can request articles ( available from other institutions) directly from DiscoverDeWitt
Intro Video
DiscoverDeWitt - Try it out!
DiscoverDeWitt can be just a starting point
In some cases, it is better to go directly to the most relevant subject specific database/interface.
- Research DatabasesA listing of the library's subscription databases. Filter by subject area or database type.
For Literary Criticism:
- Gale Literature This link opens in a new windowResearch authors and their works, literary movements and genres. Search across Gale's Literature databases to find full text of literary works, journal articles, literature criticism, reviews, biographical information and overviews. Includes content from Gale's Literature Resource Center, Twayne's Authors, LitFinder, and Gale Virtual Reference Library.
- JSTOR This link opens in a new window
JSTOR provides access to more than 12 million journal articles, books, images, and primary sources in 75 disciplines. An excellent source to find peer-reviewed, academic articles.
For images only:
- Artstor This link opens in a new window
Includes over 1.6 million images covering art, architecture and archaeology. An unparalleled range of images from some of the world’s leading museums, photo archives, scholars, and artists. ARTSTOR is available on the JSTOR platform.
Subject Guides for every Discipline
- Subject GuidesWeb pages full of library resources related to specific disciplines or courses. An excellent starting point for research in different topic areas.