A large portion of the Metro State library collections are available online and can be accessed and used remotely. (For login help, see "How to log on," below.) To find and use these, try the following approaches:
You can still check out physical books and DVDs; just note the information about building access.
The second floor is closed to patrons. Phone 651-793-1624 once you are in the building, and staff will bring your items down to the first floor.
Use OneSearch to search our physical collections.
Due dates may be automatically extended to support those wanting to limit their visits to campus. Check your Library Account to see due dates.
Books and articles from other libraries can still be requested through Interlibrary Loan. Note that delivery may be a bit slower and due dates more restrictive due to pandemic policies at other libraries. Pick up your ILL materials by coming to the first floor of the library and phoning 651-793-1624. Staff will bring your items down to you.
Current students, faculty, and staff have full access to our online library resources. When off campus, you will be prompted to enter your Star ID and password. It is important to start from any Metro State's library page to gain access to these password-protected sites. As you navigate the library pages off campus you will see login screens such as:
