Overview
Access to college library online resources and search tools is supported in coordination with IT Services and the Libraries.
OneSearch
OneSearch is a search platform and library catalog used to find and access library resources at each college, including books and ebooks, journal articles, current or historical news and magazines, streaming video, and more.
All current students have a Library OneSearch account, and can use library resources from each college where they are taking classes. For support using OneSearch, reach out to your library team.
Cañada OneSearch CSM OneSearch Skyline OneSearch
Library resources found in OneSearch or library research databases and services fall into the following categories:
- Physical resources such as books, magazines, makerspace items, etc. Place requests for these items using your OneSearch account and go to the library to borrow and pick them up. Some physical items in specialty collections at the library can only be used on a first come first serve basis, and may not be requested through OneSearch. All borrowed items will appear on your OneSearch account, and must be returned by the due date indicated there.
- Online resources such as research articles, news, streaming video, etc. Access online items using links found in OneSearch or directly in library databases, services, and other platforms. Online resources may be either open educational resources (free for anyone to use) or licensed content (paid for by your college library). Licensed content is restricted, and is limited to use by students and employees at the college holding the license. The most common method the libraries use for managing access to licensed content is through a service called EZProxy.
EZProxy Access
EZProxy is an authentication system providing off-campus access to licensed library resources (databases, online news accounts, etc.). Most library resources that are licensed by your college use EZProxy to verify and grant eligible users with access. This is connected to your MySMCCD student account, so you do not need to remember an additional username or password.
If you need help with your research or finding access options for licensed content reach out to your library for assistance. If you are a currently enrolled student, and are having trouble authenticating when using EZProxy links, please contact support.
Licensed library content integrations
Some licensed library content is also integrated with other services. As much as possible, access for these is seamless--for example, as with integrations with your Canvas account. However, others, such as Google Scholar, will require management by you.
Library Account & Research Help
Contact your college library for library account help.
Contact your college library reference desk for research and access help: Cañada Library, College of San Mateo Library, and Skyline Library.