Answered By: Cari
Last Updated: Aug 31, 2025     Views: 233

I'm not a current student or employee of MRU. Is it possible for me to access online materials like databases or electronic journals?


Current MRU students, faculty, and staff can log in with their MRU credentials to access the Library’s subscription databases, electronic journals, ebooks, and streaming video from off campus.

General public, retirees, alumni, adjuncts, and guest researchers do not have off-campus access to subscription resources. These users can view subscription resources only by visiting campus and using a Library public computer.


Open access options for everyone

Open access resources are freely available to anyone, from any location. Here are some ways to get started:

  • Search LibrarySearch: Limit your results to Open Access materials. (Find out how)
  • Browse databases: In the A–Z Database List, use the Database Type filter and select Open Access.
  • Explore MRU scholarship: Search MROAR, MRU’s open access repository, and browse MRU-hosted journals.
  • Find open textbooks: Explore open educational resources (OER), including open textbooks.
  • Use Open Access tools: Learn about more Open Access tools that can help you discover free scholarly materials.