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Humanities Division (STA): Resources and Services: UWILinC & Databases

This LibGuide introduces the resources and services of the Humanities Division of The Alma Jordan Library (AJL), Campus Libraries, The University of the West Indies (UWI), St. Augustine Campus (STA).

Introduction

The Alma Jordan Library (AJL) subscribes to several Humanities databases. There are also general and multidisciplinary databases that contain Humanities and Humanities-related content.

N.B.: The University of the West Indies, St. Augustine Campus Libraries currently subscribes to a variety of databases, some of which are free. Due to terms and conditions in licensing agreements, access to certain databases, are restricted to registered students, current faculty and staff of the University of the West Indies. The databases to which this applies are indicated as UWI-subscribed.

Connecting to The Alma Jordan Library

Here are some useful links as it relates to both access points for electronic devices and connecting off campus (a part of The Alma Jordan Library "Know Your Library" series).

More related information can be found under the Orientation tab of this LibGuide.

UWILinC

UWILinC is the information portal of The UWI Libraries allowing search and discovery from a single interface. With UWILinC, you may search information resources in all formats. Sources include UWI's intellectual output, subscribed resources (electronic journals, databases, electronic books) and the catalogues for all UWI campuses.

Students, once signed in, are able to:

  • Get full results
  • Access subscribed/purchased full text
  • Access saved items
  • Create favourite lists & Tags
  • Access My Account and Services
  • Access Course Reserves

The UWILinC portal can be accessed here.

Additionally, if you need help using the UWILinC platform, click here.

Databases

Useful Database Links

Key

This LibGuide uses several symbols to indicate the kind of access associated with databases/electronic resources. The following is a list of such symbols and their meanings:

Database Symbols & Their Meanings
Key
Meaning
Free resource available to all
Limited concurrent users
Password required - Contact Faculty Liaison Librarian
UWI, St. Augustine Campus - Log in required