1. Activate your Library barcode
   You must activate your barcode at the Brooklyn College Library Circulation Desk (you've already done this if you've checked out books). Your activated Library barcode will allow you to use CUNY-wide resources from off-campus.
   
   For an updated list of CUNY-Wide resources, go to: http://library.brooklyn.cuny.edu/ and click Databases. Look for the resources with the icon.
   
   
2. Access CUNY-wide Resources from off campus
   
   • From the Library's "Databases" page, click on the CUNY icon to the left of the database you wish to access
   • The CUNY authentication screen should appear next (see below).
     
   • Type in your activated Library barcode number (no spaces or dashes) and click "Login"
   • You should be taken directly to the database you chose.
   • Need help? Contact the CUNY Help Desk at
     ols.support@mail.cuny.edu or (212) 541-0981.
   For all CUNY and Brooklyn College resources from off campus, see instructions for off-campus access

1. Make sure you are "activated" with Circulation. (If you've ever checked out a book, you're in the system.) Contact Circulation at (718) 951-5335 or CircDesk@brooklyn.cuny.edu.
2. Contact CUNY Libraries Help Desk (who maintain the RPA system) at (212) 541-0981 or ols.support@mail.cuny.edu.

If you need help selecting the best database, check the recommendations on our Research Resources by Subject page.

For further assistance, you may speak with a Reference Librarian:

• Chat live with reference librarians at Brooklyn College Library.
• Ask a librarian by email.
• Call the Reference Desk at the Library: (718) 951-5628.