Research Support at the Libraries
Graduate students at the University of Wyoming have 24-hour access to online resources both on and off-campus. These resources include a comprehensive list of Research Databases and curated Research Guides for your research needs.
Additional eResources:
The UW Libraries have several research resources available to graduate students. Research Librarians are available for assistance in subject specific help, student success, and more.
- Book an appointment with a Librarian
- Contact a Research Librarian
- Consult our tutorials or attend a workshop
If you are looking for a more efficient way to manage your collection of research citations, consult the Citation Management Research Guide to learn more about the tools offered by UW Libraries.
Librarians are also available to work with classes that have a research component at any course level. Additionally, librarians can create materials that support your course assignments and goals.
The Graduate Students' Guide to the Library serves as a launchpad for graduate students just getting started with their research at UW Libraries. Find tools, search tips, and support for all stages of the research process here
Materials + Services at the Libraries
UW Libraries offer Library borrowing privileges are automatically extended to currently enrolled University of Wyoming students with a valid WyoOne card. Policies regarding borrowing materials are available here.
If you require materials outside of the Libraries, multiple services are available at no cost:
- Interlibrary Loan (ILL) allows UW students, faculty, and staff to request books, journal articles, media, and other materials regardless of where it is available.
- Prospector is a service that allows University students, faculty, and staff to request books, media, journals/articles, and other items from over 200 academic, public, and special libraries in Colorado.
Students and instructors may use the Libraries Course Reserves service to make readings and resources easily accessible to their students. This may include library owned physical resources, instructor owned texts, Internet links, videos, open access resources, etc.
Study and reading spaces are available in Coe Library and other locations on campus:
- Reservable rooms in Coe Library and across campus
- The Emmett D. Chisum Special Collections Reading Room
- The Alma Doke McMurry Reading Room
Students have access to over 100 lab computers and docking stations throughout Coe Library, as well as access to computer labs and printing services across campus. Information on other services provided by UW Libraries, such as copying and scanning, laptops and iPads, computer labs, and more, is available here.
For further information or assistance with these services, please contact the Help Desk at libcirc@uwyo.edu or 307-766-3190.
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Digital Collections
UW Libraries is home to several digital repositories, including various digital collections, research data, and scholarly outputs.
- Wyoming Data Repository (WDR): A research data management system for the University of Wyoming and all Wyoming Community Colleges
- WyoScholar Digital Repository: An open-access repository of student publications, open educational resources, open-access faculty publications, and other forms of gray literature.
- Wyoming Newspaper Collection: Historic Wyoming Newspapers from every county in Wyoming from 1849 to the present.
- And more.
Emmett D. Chisum Special Collections
Emmett D. Chisum Special Collections primarily holds printed publications related to the American West from the late 19th century to the present.
- The Grace Raymond Hebard Collection: The most comprehensive collection of published materials about Wyoming history, culture and natural history.
- The Canoso Miniature Book Collection: This collection includes books smaller than 3 inches by 3 inches as well as a selection of artists' books.
- The Historic Clothing Collection: Consisting of both books and clothing magazines, the historic clothing collection also includes books on costumes and the history of undergarments.
- And more.
Media Collections
UW Libraries offers access to both physical and streaming media.
- Videos: DVD/Blu-Ray collection of over 23,000 titles suitable for kindergarten through adult audiences. The collection features educational titles, as well as award-winning theatrical films and television series.
- CD-ROMs: Discs containing electronic files, primarily published by the Federal Government.
- Streaming Media: Video and audio available through UW Libraries databases.
- And more.
Open Access + Publishing at the Libraries
Open access and publishing at the University of Wyoming reflect the institution’s commitment to broadening access to knowledge and fostering academic transparency. Through initiatives led by the University Libraries, researchers, faculty, and students are encouraged to make their scholarly work freely available to the public, enhancing visibility and impact while promoting equitable access to information. The university supports a range of open access publishing models and provides resources to help the campus community navigate copyright, licensing, and repository services. These efforts underscore the university's role in advancing open scholarship and supporting the global exchange of ideas.
Data Management
The University of Wyoming Libraries offer comprehensive data management services to help researchers, students, and faculty effectively manage, share, and preserve their research data. Whether you're developing a data management plan (DMP), organizing datasets, or preparing for long-term storage, our team is here to support you throughout the data lifecycle.
Digital Scholarship
Digital Scholarship, as part of the University Libraries, aims to assist the University of Wyoming community as they extend traditional methods of research and teaching using new media and digital technologies. By providing expertise, technology, and space for these endeavors, the Center will support faculty, staff, and students as they become more digital, entrepreneurial, interdisciplinary, and inclusive.
Open Access + Publishing
University of Wyoming Libraries is committed to advancing the creation and dissemination of knowledge through open access (OA) initiatives and equitable publishing practices. We provide services, resources, and partnerships that support UW researchers in sharing their work openly and responsibly with the global community.
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Open Educational Resources
Open Educational Resources (OER) are teaching and learning materials that are published under an open copyright license, frequently a Creative Commons license, that permits others to freely use, adapt, and share the material.
