Often, yes.
1. Look for These Links in Databases
- There are two ways in One Search and many library databases to help you locate the full text or to request items from other libraries.
button or the text Find It! - Request through Interlibrary Loan link
2. Using “Find It!”
- Appears next to citations in many online resources.
- Sometimes shown as text (“Find It!”, “Request This,” etc.) instead of a button.
- Click it to see:
- Online access
- Physical collections
- Interlibrary Loan request option
4. Electronic Articles & E-books
- Lists databases that may have your item.
- Pick a source that covers the year you need.
- Access may open directly to the article/chapter or to a list where you select it.
- Most items are in PDF or HTML format.
5. Physical Items
- If no online copy is found:
- Search the library catalog for a print copy.
- Note the call number, location, and Availability.
- Or place a hold for pickup at the circulation desk.
6. Requesting Scans
- ECU students, faculty, staff, and Friends of Joyner Library also can request digital scans from physical items via interlibrary loan (like book chapters).
7. Interlibrary Loan Requests using ILLiad
- If no copy is available:
- Click “Request through Interlibrary Loan.”
- Log in to ILLiad (create an account if not used before).
- Often the request form will be filled-in for you
- Review and submit the pre-filled request form.
- Keep ILLiad open in one window to avoid repeated log-ins.
8. Creating an ILLiad Account
- ECU users: Log in with your PirateID and passphrase (same as for Banner, Canvas, ECU email).
- Non-ECU users: Register at Joyner Library or Laupus Health Sciences Library before logging in.
9. If Citation Data Is Lost
- Sometimes creating an account erases the auto-filled info.
- Keep ILLiad open, return to your search, and click the request link again.
- If that does not work, you can copy/paste or enter the citation information.