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Use this guide if you hare having trouble accessing any of our PLNU Library Electronic Resources

Accessing Databases

Ryan Library subscribes to over 80 Reference Databases.  These subscription-based resources provide online access to journal and magazine articles and/or citations. 

You can access these databases from many places on the Ryan Library home page, including:

  • Choose a specific database from our alphabetical list of All Databases.
  • Choose all of our EBSCO databases by using the search box in the Articles tab under Quick Search Tools.
  • Choose "Research Guides" and select a discipline or course to see recommended databases.

If prompted, simply enter your PLNU network ID username and password.     

Here is an example:

     Username: jsmith1997

     Password: your usual PLNU network password

Questions? Contact us. 

Note: If you are a guest in the library and wish to use a database, see a librarian for assistance.

All Research Guides at Ryan Library

Ask a Librarian

Chat with a librarian here! 

You can also connect via text message at 619-592-8884 or by email.

Ryan Library Phone Numbers

Circulation (Front) Desk: (619) 849-2312

Research Help Desk: (619) 849-2337