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Discover@UMSL

How to find articles, books, and more using our library search tool.

General (My Library) Account

For a closer look at the features of this account, see the Saving Items & Searches section.
 

 A   In the top navigation menu of the library homepage, expand My Accounts and select the My Library Account option. 

Example A: Navigation menu at the top of the library homepage showing the My Accounts column expanded, displaying two account options.

 B   Before you’re taken to your account, you’ll first need to log in (if prompted). Then you’ll be taken to the New Search page. Click the My Library Account link in the dark gray bar at the top of the page.

Example B: The My Library Account link at the top of the New Search page.

 C   You’ll know you’re logged into your account when you see your name next to the UMSL Libraries logo on the left. If you currently have books checked out, you can see them either by clicking the My Loans link in the black bar or by selecting Loans from the side navigation menu ( D ). From there, you can check the item’s due date ( E ) and/or click the Renew link ( F ).

Examples C through F: Named folder, two links to get to your loans, item due date, and Renew link

Your account will be accessible every time you search Discover@UMSL. If you’ve saved searches or search results, you’ll find them in the side navigation menu. For more information on the My Library Account feature, click the “?” next to your name at the top of the menu or visit the Saving Items & Searches section of this guide.

Questions? Contact the Thomas Jefferson Library by using chat, email, or telephone: (314) 516-5060.