Library staff will be working remotely
We will continue offering support online via email, chat, virtual consultations and instruction, e-collections access, and electronic delivery of interlibrary loan.
COVID-19 Building updates
Due to the rapidly changing situation, please visit our COVID-19 updates page for the latest information on Library access
"Lightweight" reading for spring break
Looking for some “light” reading during break –like ebooks or e-audio books? Get an e-card from your local St. Paul Public Library, online today! More Info >>
Open Access: Open Book Publishers
If you're tired of paywalls or simply want to access the latest high-quality research publications, across all disciplines, check out Open Book Publishers! With over 150 titles, every book is freely available online; many include embedded audio, video and supplementary materials, as well. Access or create an account while on the campus network to read and download books for free at openbookpublishers.com
Pressreader: now available for the Macalester Community
Pressreader is now available for the Macalester Community. Simply create an account while connected to campus Wi-Fi to get anytime access via the web or mobile app. Get access to newspapers and magazines from over 100 countries in 60 languages --in print and audio. This includes translations into 16 languages. Register here for free: https://macalestermn.rbdigital.com
Tapestries: We are the Crisis
Seven American Studies students worked together through fall semester as editors and editorial collective to publish a new issue of Tapestries. This journal is a student produced, open access journal, and it is published in Digital Commons @ Macalester. The current issue,“We are the Crisis,” takes a critical look at neoliberal power structures. Read the Journal: https://digitalcommons.macalester.edu/tapestries
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