Answered By: Sarah Jenkins
Last Updated: Aug 18, 2025     Views: 611

Yes! You can access most of our databases and other electronic resources, such as ebooks, off-campus with your SMU ID and password.

  1. Start on the SMU Libraries homepage.
  2. In the blue search box, type in your search words. You can use the dropdown to select the type of resource you are looking for.

Databases

Select Databases A-Z in Quick Links to see a complete list of databases and find the best databases for your subject. Once you follow a link to a database, you’ll be prompted for your SMU ID and password.

Articles

Select Articles from the drop-down in the blue search box and enter your keywords or the title of the article. You will be prompted for your SMU credentials before you can access the article.

E-Books

Enter keywords or the book's title in the search box.

Refine your results using the Show Only "Available Online" and Format "Books" filters.

Screenshot of filters in Library Search

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