Services
3D printing
Ask and view research-related questions
Visit https://ask.library.msstate.edu/rio to browse or submit questions, or email
Ask us
Ask your questions via chat, email, phone, or text; browse frequently asked questions; or visit the Access and Information desk.
Binding
Request binding as part of your print job. For already printed documents, call (662) 325-3267.
Borrow equipment
Reserve online or visit the the Access and Information Desk.
Borrow laptops, projectors, and screens
Reserve online or visit the Access and Information desk.
Borrow media
Search the Online Catalog or visit the MaxxSouth Digital Media Center.
Buttons
Visit the Digital Media Center.
Canvas Account
Sign in with your MSU NetID and NetPassword with two-factor authentication (learn more about your Net ID and password)
Citation Guides
View a guide to citing sources, including how to use the most commonly used citation styles (APA, MLA, and Chicago).
Connect remotely to the campus network (VPN)
Visit the MSU ITS website for setup instructions.
Connect to the campus wireless network (eduroam)
Visit the MSU ITS website for set up instructions.
Copy documents
Copyright and fair use workshops
Course Reserves
Start by selecting electronic or print reserves then use the links on this page to find or a materials by course number.
Data management workshops
Database and Resource Feedback
We are very interested in hearing from faculty, researchers and students regarding available resources. Please use the following form to submit feedback.
Die-cutting
Schedule a consultation with one of our staff members.
DMPTool - build your data management plan
Embed a librarian in your Canvas Course
Your librarian can help you embed research materials, provide (synchronous or asynchronous) instruction, or participate in class and/or research discussions.
ETD Formatting Tutorials
ETD Submission Process
ETD Templates
Explore Digital Collections
The Digital Collections are available to the public for viewing. Usage rights for individual items can be found in the item description.
Find a Media and Technology Specialist
Contact a specialist with expertise in media and technology.
Find a research guide
Browse our guides to library and web resources, curated by librarians for your field or course.
Find a subject specialist
Contact a specialist from the list and set up an appointment.
Find databases
Browse the A to Z List of Databases. Some resources are open to the public and other require a connection on the Library network.
Find Primary Sources
Find tutorials
View the list of tutorials sorted by category.
Frequently asked questions
Search the list or browse FAQs by subject.
Glowforge 3D Laser Printer
Schedule a consultation with one of our staff members.
ILLiad (Interlibrary Loan) Account
Sign in with your MSU NetID and NetPassword (learn more about your Net ID and password)
Inkjet photo printing
Laminate a document
Visit the DMC Help Desk.
Learn about copyright and fair use
View the LibGuide.
Learn about creating a data management plan
Learn about data documentation and metadata
Learn about IRB approval for sharing data
Learn about ORCID identifiers
View the research guide.
Learn about our journal hosting service
Library floor plans
Mobile Writing Center
Schedule an online appointment with a writing tutor.
My EBSCOhost Account
Sign in with My EBSCOhost username and password from any EBSCOhost database or Discovery.
myState Account
Sign in with your MSU NetID and NetPassword with two-factor authentication (learn more about your Net ID and password)
Online Catalog Account
Sign in with your MSU NetID and NetPassword with two-factor authentication (learn more about your Net ID and password)
Open Access guide
View the LibGuide.
Open Access Journal Publishing guide
View the LibGuide.
Open Access workshops
Open Educational Resources
View the LibGuide.
Patent and Trademark Resource Center
Photograph Archives and Special Collections materials
Download and fill out a Reproduction Record for the items you would like to photograph.
Print
Most printing: Visit a computer lab or use BullyPrint.
Special printing: Request service from the MaxxSouth Digital Media Center.Register for a workshop
Select a workshop and click the registration link in the description.
Register for an ORCID iD
Fill out the registration form.
Register your class for a workshop
Select a workshop and click the registration link in the description.
Renew Books
Log into your Online Catalog account and click the Checkouts tab.
Request a book or media purchase (MSU faculty only)
Request a course guide
A subject specialist can create a research guide to accompany your course, tailored to your students' needs.
Request a custom workshop or library instruction session
Complete the form to request a workshop.
Request a data management consultation
Complete the form below, providing as much detail as possible, and a librarian will contact you to set up your appointment.
Request a journal hosting consultation
This form should be submitted by the person intending to be MSU Libraries' primary contact for this project.
Request a research consultation
Request a research consultation
Talk one-on-one with a librarian about information resources and search strategies.
Request a thesis/dissertation formatting consultation
Request an interlibrary loan
Create an ILLiad account and log in with your Net ID and password. Fill out a request form.
Request copies of Archives and Special Collections materials
Use this form to request digital copies of archival materials.
Request help with CAAD research
Schedule an appointment online.
Request to publish Archives and Special Collections materials
Read the terms and conditions then fill out the request form.
Reserve a space at Old Main Academic Center
Reserve a study room online or contact Event Services to reserve a classroom, auditorium, or the amphitheatre.
Reserve a studio
Select a studio and an available time. Complete the form to request approval for the booking.
Reserve VR headset
Reserve equipment in LibCal for use in the Virtual Reality Studio in the MaxxSouth Digital Media Center.
Scan documents
Scholars Junction Account
Sign in with your netID@msstate.edu and NetPassword
Search Archives and Special Collections
Search the repositories of collections in ArchivesSpace to learn about our holdings and how to access them.
Search Discovery
Search all of the Libraries' resources at once. If you are not on the Library network, log in with your NetID and password.
Search for Theses and Dissertations
Search the MSU repository at Scholars Junction or the worldwide database at ProQuest.
Search Scholars Junction
Search Scholars Junction, MSU's institutional repository
Search the Online Catalog
Search the books, journals, media, and digital resources available at the Libraries. If you are not on the Library network, log in with your NetID and password.
Send or receive a fax
Sewing Machines
Software and Technology Tutorials
View the research guide.
The Library Gift Shop
Visit the store at https://www.ecommerce.msstate.edu/library/.
Tour the Library
Visit the Access & Information desk on the second floor, or email askus@msstate.libanswers.com for assistance.
Use a computer
Available to patrons on a first-come first-served basis. Log in to any available computer with your netID and netPassword.
Use a multimedia computer station
Multimedia workstations are available on a first come, first served basis.
View data management resources
View the LibGuide.
View funding agency requirements
View our hosted journals
Wide-format printing
Complete the request form and upload a file to print for pick up at the MaxxSouth Digital Media Center.
Writing Resources for ESL Students
This guide provides information on the MSU Writing Center, a list of writing handbooks for ESL students, and resources for citing your sources.