What is DiscoverDeWitt?
DiscoverDeWitt
DiscoverDeWitt is our library discovery tool. It is hosted by Ex Libris Primo VE.
Highlights for library users:
- Request books from other libraries by searching the Everything in DiscoverDeWitt and choosing "Request from another institution"
- Automatic login to DiscoverDeWitt from the portal providing access to your library account to renew materials and make requests. You can also save your searches and bookmark resources for later review
- Article requesting directly from DiscoverDeWitt
DiscoverDeWitt is a library search engine that combs through nearly all of the library's resources - physical items and online resources. It's a single search point for the quality content you need for your academic endeavors.
DiscoverDeWitt is meant to save you time by searching across databases all at once and providing a single stream of relevant search results in one easy to use interface.
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 windowFor literary criticism, a majority of DeWitt Library's resources are found here. Cut out the middle man and go straight to the source.
- JSTOR This link opens in a new windowDiscoverDeWitt only searches the title, author, abstract, and table of contents of JSTOR content.
For images only:
- Artstor This link opens in a new windowUse this database to search only the Artstor collection. The unique interface makes discovering works of art easier than using DiscoverDeWitt.
For streaming videos only:
- AVON - Academic Video Online This link opens in a new windowVideo titles spanning anthropology, business, counseling, film, health, history, music, and more. Curated for the educational experience, the depth of content and breadth of content-types (such as documentaries, films, demonstrations, etc.) makes this database a useful resource for faculty and students alike.