Library Home: DATABASE HELP GUIDES: How to use Library Resources: Overview

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You use your MyFVTC credentials to get off-campus access to Library subscriptions.

Authentication means giving enough information to a vendor to prove you are a current FVTC affiliate and therefore allowed to access their product based on library subscription terms.

EzProxy Login lets vendors know that you are an authorized user with access to library subscriptions.

MyFVTC email is only available to actively employed faculty and staff, and students that are currently enrolled in an FVTC program.

People with an active MyFVTC Email account have access to other added resources:

Off-campus access to Library Resources

LinkedIn Learning
Admins must log into your account using this link and your IDnumber@fvtc.edu. If you want to recover the learning history from your old email account, contact us at library@fvtc.edu. If you are an FVTC affiliate and do not have access, contact us from your FVTC email to request access to FVTC subscription.
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OVERDRIVE: Read books in digital format (Sign in to Wiscal with your MyFVTC account) This link opens in a new window Sign in, like you sign in for email or databases Student # or staff ID @fvtc.edu Your MyFVTC Password
Learning Express Library (LEL) Access through ACTIVE MyFVTC credentials (Badgerlink)
LearningExpress Library requires separate registration. You access registration through FVTC using your Active MyFVTC credentials, but then you can attach access to another email address. Warning: You will lose your MyFVTC email after graduation.

Ask a Librarian! Contact Us Through Chat, Email library@fvtc.edu or Phone 920-735-5653.

Library Helpdesk Staff Hours
M-Thur 8am - 7pm
Friday 8am - 4:30pm
Saturday 9am - 1pm
Sunday - Building closed.
More details about Staff Hours

Library Helpdesk Staff Hours
Library & Campus Tours (Virtual) In-person tours by appointment | Call 920-735-5653 | Email library@fvtc.edu | Fox Valley Technical College Library - Room G113 1825 North Bluemound Drive Appleton, WI 54912-2277
Appleton Campus Building Hours:
Monday-Friday: 7 a.m.-10 p.m.
Saturday: 6 a.m.-6 p.m.
Sunday: Closed
You are welcome to use the Library computers even when the Library is unstaffed.
Call FVTC Security if you have questions about the building. (920) 735-5691

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Where to search

To search for a specific information need (Homework or personal need):
Use library databases to allow you to choose the type of information you want (Book, article, video? Trade or scholarly journal? Fact or Opinion?)

Searching for articles to practice environmental monitoring (staying current and competitive in your field):

Browse the table of contents or articles in trade or scientific journals to stay current.
Attend conferences for networking and learning what is new and upcoming.
Association newsletters, forums and listservs, as well as social media, are bursting with discussion and best practice advice.
Some companies will pay for continuing education, others will leave it up to you.
Use Public Library services & resources to stay current.

Library Guide to News
Internet Search Tools
Badgerlink Access for Wisconsin Citizens
BadgerLink is licensed for all Wisconsin residents, but only registered Wisconsin networks have automatic access.
Wisconsin Public Library System Directory