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Cornell Tech Library Services

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Library & Book Access

E-resources

Looking for a specific database?

On the Cornell Tech campus, you will connect automatically to most Cornell University Library resources.

When off-campus, use the links in this website for full access to all library databases, online journals, article texts, and other resources requiring a subscription. When you click on subscription-only resources, you’ll be prompted for your NetID and password to begin two-factor authentication.

Access Anywhere

Connect to Access Anywhere

When you’re off-campus, connect to databases, journals, and e-books that would otherwise be restricted or hidden behind paywalls through Access Anywhere.

In your web browser (Firefox, Chrome, Edge, or Safari), make sure the bookmark toolbar is visible and then drag the Access Anywhere icon to it.

Click on the Access Anywhere bookmarklet that is either on your bookmark bar or in your bookmark folder. You will be prompted to enter your NetID and password to verify your Cornell affiliation.

Still need help? Try our troubleshooting tips or email us your question.  

Books

You can request print books from the Cornell University Library catalog by selecting “Request” in the book record. Select “Cornell Tech” for the campus delivery location. When the book arrives, it can be picked up at the Bloomberg Center security desk. Your book may also be returned at the Bloomberg Center security desk. (Note: If you do not see Cornell Tech as a delivery option, please email library@tech.cornell.edu for further assistance.)

Articles & Book Chapters

If there is a book chapter or a journal article available in print, you can use the ScanIt service to request that an electronic copy be e-mailed to you. If we do not own a book chapter or a journal article, you can request a scan of the item via InterLibrary Loan.

2CUL Partnership with Columbia University Libraries

Columbia University Libraries have partnered with Cornell University Library in a reciprocal borrowing program (2CUL) for current students, faculty and staff of each institution. Cornell Tech affiliates may register for a library card at Columbia University Library and borrow books when visiting that campus. Learn more about 2CUL and how to obtain a Columbia Library card.

Not in the Cornell catalog? Try BorrowDirect!

If you can’t find it in the library catalog, BorrowDirect might help you get it from a partner library. Submit a request, or search for material you need in the BorrowDirect VuFind catalog. Delivery usually takes 7-10 days. You can pick-up and return BorrowDirect items at the Bloomberg Center security desk.

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Additional Help

Cornell Tech Student Affairs has a list of student study spaces.

You can access physical library spaces and collections in New York City at the following locations:

Services for Cornell Tech Alumni

Cornell Tech alumni are always welcome to contact us for help with

  • career research
  • information gathering and evaluation strategies
  • locating business resources your area

We offer consultations by e-mail, phone, or virtual meeting during research hours. Please email us to get started or learn more about the services available to you.  

On-Site Access

Cornell Tech Alumni may have access to subscription databases by visiting the Ithaca campus or Weill Cornell in New York City. Please email us at library@tech.cornell.edu if you would like more information.  

Remote Access

Our licenses with vendors cover academic use. In most cases, this means the resources are only available while you are a student.  When possible, the library negotiates with vendors to allow for alumni access. Those resources are available at https://alumni.library.cornell.edu/resources/.

You may need to set up your Alumni NetID to gain access. If you don’t have your Cornell alumni NetID and activation code, please call (607) 254-2288, Monday – Friday from 8:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. EST to have your activation code issued. Learn more about library access for Cornell alumni.   

Other Resources

Many public libraries offer access to popular databases like Business Source Complete, Hoover’s, and Factiva. Cornell Tech alumni are encouraged to explore the business resources available at a local public library. For your convenience, here are links to some popular business database collections offered through public libraries: