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Circulation Information
Where do I pick up a book I have on hold?
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I am a student at another college. Can I check out books from Lister Hill?
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Can I get a library card if I am not a UAB student, staff, or faculty member?
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Computing & Mobile Access
I used to log in with my Blazer ID and password when I accessed PubMed from the library website. Now I'm not asked for my Blazer ID and password. Am I doing something wrong?
How can I view PDFs in the browser on my Mac?
Why does my PC log out after ten minutes?
How can I take a screenshot on a computer?
How can I get full-text access to library resources via the VPN?
How can I transfer PDFs from my computer to my iPad/iPhone/iPod Touch?
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How can I use Papers on my Mac?
Can I access UAB hospital's Horizon system from LHL?
I'm being blocked by a firewall. How can I access library resources?
I am at Children's Hospital and cannot access LHL resources online.
Does the library have a scanner I can use?
What is the library's Open URL resolver?
Can someone help me with Microsoft Word, Excel, or PowerPoint?
What software is available on the library computers?
How can I link to full text articles (create PURLs) in the library's databases?
Is Adobe Acrobat on any library computers?
Why can't I get to the fulltext of RSS feeds, email tables of contents (TOC), and search alert links from off campus?
Does the library have a classroom or computer lab I can use for my class?
I need help with my computer. Is there someone in the library who can help me?
What is SFX?
How do I check out a laptop from the library?
Can someone help me with EndNote?
What is EZProxy? How does it work?
Is wireless internet access available at the library?
Document Delivery & Interlibrary Loan (ILLiad)
Can I pay for interlibrary loans or document deliveries online?
How can I cancel an interlibrary loan request?
How can I renew a book I got through interlibrary loan?
Who can use ILLiad/Document Delivery?
What is ILLiad (ILL)? How does it work?
What does ILLiad/Document Delivery (ILL) cost?
How can I find the status of my ILLiad (ILL) request?
Why do I need a username and password to use ILLiad (ILL)? What if I forget my password?
Why don't I see all my older ILLiad (ILL) requests when I look at my request history?
Whom do I contact if I have problems with or questions about ILLiad (ILL)?
Why does my browser say that you're sending a cookie? What's in it?
Why can't I select text from my article when you send it to me as a PDF?
How can I check to see whether an article is available before submitting an ILLiad (ILL) request?
What should I do if the library does not have the book or article I need?
Finding Books, Articles, & More
I used to log in with my Blazer ID and password when I accessed PubMed from the library website. Now I'm not asked for my Blazer ID and password. Am I doing something wrong?
How do I check out and download an e-book from EBSCOhost?
How can I get to full text articles when UAB Article Linker and E-Journals search aren't functioning correctly?
Can I download e-books to my pda, iPod, iPad, etc?
I need help using CINAHL.
How can I get full text articles in PubMed?
How can I limit my PubMed results to those available at UAB either online or in print?
I'm studying for board exams. What test or study materials/guides does the library have?
I have a citation to an article. How can I find the online full text?
How can I link to full text articles (create PURLs) in the library's databases?
What is a DOI? How do I find one?
Why can't I get to the fulltext of RSS feeds, email tables of contents (TOC), and search alert links from off campus?
Why isn't there a link to the article when I click on the Article Linker button?
Where can I find information about drugs?
Where can I find information on the National Institutes of Health (NIH) manuscript submission process?
I'm looking for test instruments. Where can I find them?
Why can't I find any articles in the library catalog?
How can I find health statistics?
How can I find out what databases and/or resources the library has?
What is Article Linker? How do I use it?
What should I do if the library does not have the book or article I need?
How can I find materials which have been placed on reserve for my class?
How do I locate articles?
How can I locate journals?
How can I find and view electronic/online books?
How do I locate books?
How can I find dissertations and theses in the library?
General Information & Library Services
How can I donate or make a gift to the library?
2011 Holiday Hours
Where can I print my UAB pay slip?
What are acceptable use guidelines for the electronic resources Lister Hill Library provides?
How can I place items on reserve for my students?
How can I link to full text articles (create PURLs) in the library's databases?
Does the library have a classroom or computer lab I can use for my class?
Does the library have a fax machine students can use?
How do I follow the library on Twitter?
I work in the UAB hospital. Is there a way books from LHL can be delivered to me?
Does the library have a Facebook page?
I only have $20.00. Can I get change at the library?
Does the library have a lost and found? Where is it located?
How can I get in touch with the library at University Hospital?
What services does the library provide to the community?
Does the library have anyone who proctors exams?
How do I get my thesis or dissertation bound?
Does the library have study rooms that students can use?
Is there a good place to study in the library?
How can I recommend the library purchase a specific resource, book, or journal?
What archives or special collections does the library have?
How can I get in touch with someone at the library?
How can I get a tour of the library?
What services does the library offer for UAB alumni?
Can I access library resources from home? How do I do this?
Where is the library located?
When is the library open?
Who can use the Lister Hill Library?
Liaison Program
How do I find out who my liaison is? What liaison activities are available for my school?
Why does the library have a liaison program?
Does the library have librarians who work with certain schools or departments?
Miscellaneous
I need help applying for a job at UAB or updating my employment information.
How can I link to full text articles (create PURLs) in the library's databases?
Why can't I get to the fulltext of RSS feeds, email tables of contents (TOC), and search alert links from off campus?
When is Sterne Library open?
How can I find out what jobs are available at the library?
Does the library have state and/or federal tax forms available for the public?
What do I do if my question isn't here?
Can I access the UAB salary information book online?
Printing & Copying
Can I print double-sided or duplex?
Can I make legal-sized copies at LHL?
Where are the photocopiers and printers located?
Where can I print my UAB pay slip?
Can I print to library printers from my wireless laptop?
How/where do I get a print/copy card for my department?
What is ePrint?
How do I make photocopies?
How do I print?
Can I use a print/copy card from another department on campus?
What is the cost to print or make copies?
What type of card do I need to be able to print and make copies?
Can I print at the library?
Research Help
Where can I find open access journals?
Where can I find information on Web of Science?
How can I find financial information, growth trends, etc. for hospitals and companies in the healthcare industry?
I need help citing my sources for a paper.
What is grey literature? Why would I need it and where would I find it?
What are acceptable use guidelines for the electronic resources Lister Hill Library provides?
What is the difference between EndNote and EndNote Web?
What is a DOI? How do I find one?
Why can't I get to the fulltext of RSS feeds, email tables of contents (TOC), and search alert links from off campus?
How do I get Google Scholar to show Lister Hill Library holdings?
How do I find the impact factor of a journal?
Where can I find author instructions for manuscript preparation?
How do I know if I'm plagiarizing?
Where can I find information on the National Institutes of Health (NIH) manuscript submission process?
Does the library have any tutorials on specific databases or resources?
Can someone help me with EndNote?
How can I find out what databases and/or resources the library has?
Where can I find information about copyright policies?
How can I get my grant funded?
Can I schedule a time to meet with a librarian to help me with my research or class assignment?
What should I do if the library does not have the book or article I need?
I need help, but I am not able to come into the library. Can someone help me?
What is a scholarly journal?