Library Search 

• Use Library Search to find books and article. 
• You can get the books yourself or have the held or shipped to you. 
• Your Bronco ID card  is your library card. You will need your Bronco Id card to print as well. 
• You can borrow up to100 items
• Loan periods are typically until the end of the current semester.
• You can renew materials online through your account in Library Search 
• See Checking out and renewing  items from WMU for more information 

Different ways to find information

We've already mentioned Library Search. But you can also do some really focused browsing by using one of the hundreds of resources. For example, you can browse by

• Article databases
• Journals 
• Streaming videos
• Newspapers

Get help

No matter how big or small the question, there are many ways you can get help from the libraries.  

Work with a librarian

You can  always stop by Waldo or Zhang for help. If you can't make it in, you can still get help, no matter how big or small the question. 

• Chat with a librarian for immediate help 
• Call 269-795-6282
• Schedule a virtual or in-person appointment with a librarian

Refer to one of the many research, how to, or class guides

• created by subject librarians
• bring together the best databases and search strategies for a particular subject area or class. 
• accessible 24/7
• APA, MLA and Chicago Citation guides 

Tutorials, Workshops and Events

• Sign up for events and workshops
• Many of our workshops are designated for credit towards the Signature Pathways. Check out the listings through Experience WM
• Information Literacy Microcourse
  • available to all students for free in e-learning.

More ways to connect

• WMU Libraries Youtube Chanel 
• WMU Libraries Facebook
• WMU Libraries Instagram 
• WMU Libraries Twitter

Organizing Research Projects 

Manage research projects by creating a plan. This sample checklist shows you how to break down tasks over time. Work backwards from the due date and create a timeline and target for what you want to accomplish and when. 

Write a Project Summary 

For each class, review the syllabus and write a research project summary. This will help you organize the scope and requirements for the research project. 

Create a Research Project Timeline