Monday, June 22, 2015

New UW System library catalog now live!


The new integrated library system went live for all UW System libraries on May 20th, bringing together, for the first time, the entire online catalog for UW Madison and UW System schools.

Searching the UW System is easily accomplished by selecting “UW System” from the dropdown menu next to the Catalog search box. Search results screens have a new look and feel, allowing quick access to search filters and one- click  to get to publication and availability information.

There are a few known issues with the software that may impact use – the Library Technology Group is addressing them. As of June 4, requesting items from other UW schools should still be done through InterLibrary Loan as the UBorrow functionality is still under development.  It is possible that items you have on loan from other UW schools may not appear on your library account.

If you have trouble renewing items it may be because the maximum number of renewals for graduate students and faculty have changed from six renewals to three. Please email us at library@ssec.wisc.edu if you have any questions on renewals or courtesy emails for overdue items, as well as any other questions you may have about your account.


For more information, or if you desire to leave feedback on the new system, please see the Known Issues with the New Library Catalog information page.