Answered By: OU Libraries Research Help Librarian
Last Updated: Sep 12, 2023     Views: 253

OU alumni have access to the following services:

Accessing Library Materials

  • Kresge Library Catalog - OU alumni have library borrowing privileges(books, documents, CDs). Present your driver's license at the Service Desk.
  • MelCat --online catalog of many Michigan libraries; fastest way to borrow BOOKS OU does not own.
  • Full-Text Classic Literature Online (plus, reference and non-fiction titles)

Accessing Electronic Resources

  • Visitors are welcome to access most of the Libraries' online resources from workstations within Kresge Library.
  • Visitors may obtain guest authorization to use library computers by presenting a current photo ID at any service desk. Visitors must comply with the University’s Acceptable Use policy and the Libraries' Public Computing Access policy.
  • The Grizznet wireless network is available only to current OU students, faculty and staff.

Michigan eLibrary (MeL)

  • The Michigan eLibrary provides free access to research databases, online newspapers, e-books and more for all Michigan residents.      

For more information go to the Services for Alumni page.