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Overview
Northwood Tech students can access the Library's online research databases both on and off campus. When accessing these resources from home or another off-campus location, you'll be prompted to sign in using your Northwood Tech credentials.
This article explains how to access library research databases from off campus.
Key Information
- Library research databases are available from both on and off campus.
- Most databases use your Northwood Tech student ID number and MyCampus password for authentication.
- Some databases use an alternate login page labeled BadgerLink.
- Follow the login method presented after selecting your database.
💡 Tip: If one login method doesn't match what you see, return to this article and follow the alternate login process below.
Prerequisites
Before you begin, you'll need:
- An active Northwood Tech student account
- Your student ID number
- Your MyCampus password
- An internet connection
Instructions
Standard Login Process
- Go to the Research Databases webpage.
- Click the database you want to access.
- When prompted, enter your:
- Student ID number
- MyCampus password
- Click Login.
Alternative Login Process (BadgerLink)
Some research databases display a BadgerLink login page instead of the standard Northwood Tech sign-in page.
- Go to the Research Databases webpage.
- Click the database you want to access.
- Click Login, for immediate access.
- Select the Northwood Tech Campus from the drop-down list.
- Example: Superior – Northwood Technical College
- For the Library Barcode, enter north followed by your ID number.
- Click Login.
📝 Note: Only use the Alternative Login Process if the database displays the BadgerLink login page.
Troubleshooting
I can't sign in
Try the following:
- Verify that you're entering your student ID number correctly.
- Verify that you're using your MyCampus password.
- Try signing in again.
I see the BadgerLink login page instead of the Northwood Tech login page
Try the following:
- Follow the Alternative Login Process in this article.
- Verify that you've selected the correct Northwood Tech campus.
- Enter north immediately before your student ID number when prompted for your library barcode.
I still can't access the database
Try the following:
- Refresh your browser and try again.
- Open the database in an Incognito or Private Browsing window.
- Clear your browser cache and cookies.
- Try a different supported web browser.
Need Additional Assistance?
If you're unable to access a library research database after following the steps in this article, please submit a request to the IT Service Desk.