Shared Library Services (WMS & Non-WMS Libraries)
Is my library a WMS library?
Current libraries using the shared catalogue are:
- Mannix Library
- St Paschal Library
- St Athanasius College Library
- Adelaide Theological Library
- Carmelite Library
- Redemptorist Community & Social Justice Libraries
My Library is not a WMS Library. What does this mean for me?
Non-WMS libraries belong to the University of Divinity Libraries group (filter can be found to the left of search results). Non-WMS libraries require you to consult their individual library catalogue to see holdings and availability information. These libraries include:
- ALC Library
- Dalton McCaughey Library
- Eva Burrows College Library
- Geoffrey Blackburn Library (Whitley College)
- Leeper & Mollison Libraries (Trinity College)
- Queens College Library
If a book or article in your search says it is available at University of Divinity libraries but does not show which library it is at under the title, click on the item and scroll down to Other Availability & Holdings and click Other Libraries Worldwide button. This will bring up the holdings of the non-shared libraries.
If your library is a non-WMS library and you are looking for print books specifically from your library, you should consult your library’s catalogue system.
I am trying to access a book that shows up as held by University of Divinity libraries but I cannot see which University of Divinity library holds it. How can I check which library holds it?
A number of libraries have recently moved to a shared library system. Search results will display live availability data for items held at the participating libraries, as well as holdings information for other libraries, including University of Divinity Libraries and Libraries Worldwide.
If a book or article in your search says it is available at University of Divinity libraries but does not show which library it is at under the title, click on the item and scroll down to Other Availability & Holdings and click Other Libraries Worldwide button. This will display the location of the item and the link to that library's catalogue. Click here to learn more about the Shared Catalogue.
Can I borrow from other UD Libraries?
Yes, absolutely! You can visit the college library that you wish to borrow from; just remember to take your student card.
Who can access eBooks from the Library Hub?
All students and staff across the University of Divinity can access eBooks via the Library Hub regardless of WMS status. You will be prompted to login using your ARK/Paradigm details.