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Welcome to USW’s Online Library!

The University of the Southwest has transitioned from a traditional in-person library to a fully digital learning environment. While our former physical library is no longer in operation, USW now offers an extensive collection of online academic resources—including scholarly databases, research tools, citation guides, and streaming media—accessible 24/7 from anywhere.

The building once known as the Scarborough Memorial Library now serves as the Scarborough Memorial Activity Center (The SMAC), a dynamic hub for student life and engagement. Though reimagined, the space still honors its academic legacy through a small Heritage Section, featuring a curated collection of physical books preserved for quiet study and historical interest.

The SMAC also houses the USW Spirit Store, where students, alumni, and visitors can find university apparel, supplies, and Mustang merchandise.

As part of our commitment to scholarship and academic excellence, USW is proud to publish the Southwest Journal of Arts & Sciences, our peer-reviewed in-house journal showcasing original research and creative work from students and faculty across disciplines.

Explore our digital library to access powerful tools and resources designed to support your success—from your first research paper to your final project.

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Databases

Explore a range of academic databases providing access to peer-reviewed journals, eBooks, research articles, and multimedia resources across every field of study. These curated tools support coursework, research, and lifelong learning by connecting you to trusted, scholarly content available anytime, anywhere.

ProQuest

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ProQuest is committed to empowering researchers and librarians around the world. The company’s portfolio of assets — including content, technologies and deep expertise — drives better research outcomes for users and greater efficiency for the libraries and organizations that serve them.

EBSCO

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EBSCO is the leading provider of research databases, e-journals, magazine subscriptions, e-books and discovery service to libraries of all kinds. The intuitive online research platform used by thousands of institutions and millions of users worldwide. With quality databases and search features, EBSCOhost helps researchers of all kinds find the information they need fast.

SAGE

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SAGE is the natural home for leading authors, editors and societies. Publishing more than 1,000 journals, from a wide range of disciplines, SAGE is here to meet your needs.

PubMed

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PubMed® comprises more than 30 million citations for biomedical literature from MEDLINE, life science journals, and online books. Citations may include links to full-text content from PubMed Central and publisher web sites.

America's News

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Find information on topics related to business, education, criminal justice, social sciences and more from a variety of news media including newspapers, newswires, blogs, periodicals, videos and web-only content including the Albuquerque Journal, Las Cruces Sun-News, Roswell Daily Record, Santa Fe New Mexican, and USA Today.

ERIC

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Maintained by the U.S. Department of Education, ERIC is a leading database for education research. It provides access to journal articles, research reports, and policy documents covering topics from early childhood to higher education.

Tools

Enhance your research and writing process with powerful academic tools designed to support citation management, plagiarism checks, research organization, and more. From refining your search strategies to formatting your bibliography, these resources help you work smarter and more efficiently at every stage of your academic journey.

Grammarly

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Compose bold, clear, mistake-free writing with Grammarly’s AI-powered writing assistant. From grammar and spelling to style and tone, Grammarly helps you eliminate errors and find the perfect words to express yourself.

APA Resources

Access comprehensive guides and support materials for mastering APA Style, the standard citation format for many academic disciplines. Whether you're new to APA or need help with advanced formatting, these resources include tutorials, sample papers, citation generators, and quick-reference guides to ensure your work meets academic standards with clarity and consistency.

APA Style Guide

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A detailed reference for writing and formatting according to the APA 7th edition. This guide covers in-text citations, reference lists, headings, and style essentials to help you present your work with academic precision.

APA References

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Learn how to format reference entries for books, articles, websites, and more using APA 7th edition guidelines. This resource provides examples and tips to help you create accurate, properly styled reference lists with confidence.

APA General Format

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An overview of the standard APA 7th edition formatting rules, including title pages, margins, font, spacing, and page layout. Use this guide to ensure your academic papers are polished and professionally structured.

Alexander Street Press

Access a specialized collection of streaming videos and training materials focused on counseling, therapy, and mental health. This resource features real-life counseling sessions, demonstrations, and expert interviews designed to support clinical training, theory application, and professional development in the behavioral and social sciences.

Counseling and Psychotherapy Transcripts: Vol. I

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A searchable collection containing real transcripts of counseling and therapy sessions and first-person narratives illuminating the experience of mental illness and treatment, as well as reference works to contextualize the primary material

Counseling and Psychotherapy Transcripts: Vol. II

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A deep look into the client-therapist office, allowing readers to follow the progress and setbacks of clients over the course of multiple therapy sessions

Counseling and Therapy in Video: Vol. I, II, and III

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First-hand look at the realities of working with clients and the challenges associated with putting theoretical concepts into practice

The Video Journal of Counseling and Therapy

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Access to the latest research and best practice methods in the fields of counseling, mental health, and psychology through contemporary presentations, lectures, and workshops from renowned counselors, psychologists, and practitioners.

Southwest JouRnal of Arts & Sciences

The Southwest Journal of Arts & Sciences (SJAS) is an interdisciplinary peer-reviewed academic journal housed within University of the Southwest in Hobbs, New Mexico. Its purpose is to foster and promote quality research in the liberal arts and sciences by aspiring and seasoned scholars alike. An entirely electronic journal, SJAS is published on the institution website.

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