Research Guides: Tutorials and Training Tools: Using Google Scholar to Search the Library

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Accessing National University Library Materials Through Google Scholar

Click here for a transcript of this tutorial video.

Quick Instructions

Watch the video or follow the instructions below to search the Library through Google Scholar!

1. In Google Scholar, go to the Settings.

2. Click "Library Links" on the left side.

3. Search for "NULS".

4. Check the box next to "National University - Get it@NULS" and click "Save".

5. Search results will now include links to materials in National University Library.

FAQs

What if an article still has no links available to access the full text?

Articles may be requested through our free InterLibrary Loan service.

If there are two links (to a free version and to the Library), which should I use?

We recommend using the Library link. This ensures that you are accessing the published version of an article.

Are there any downsides to using Google Scholar?

It is important to know that not all articles in Google Scholar are peer-reviewed. Additionally, free links will sometimes lead to draft or pre-publication versions of articles.

Keep an eye out for publication information (journal, volume, issue). Want to verify that it is peer-reviewed? See this page for more information.