How do I access library resources using Google Scholar?

Answer

To access Steely Library resources through Google Scholar, you need to link Google Scholar to NKU.  

If you are on campus:   

Simply go to scholar.google.com. Google Scholar will automatically recognize your campus IP address.  

If you are off campus:  

You’ll need to adjust your settings so that Google Scholar displays resources provided by Steely Library:  

  • Go to scholar.google.com.   
  • Click on the menu button (3 horizontal bars) in the upper left-hand corner of the screen.  
    screenshot showing where the menu button for Google Scholar is located
     
  • Select "Settings” from the menu.
    screenshot showing where the settings menu item is in google scholar 
     
  • Click “Library Links.”  
    screenshot showing the library links menu link in Google Scholar settings
     
  • Search for “Steely Library.”  
  • Select “Steely Library- Northern Kentucky University - Available@NKU.”  
  • Click “Save” to apply the settings.
    Note: if your browser allows cookies, these settings will be saved.   
    Screenshot showing how to search for Steely Library and where to check mark it to be included in Google Scholar results

Searching and Accessing Full Text  

Once NKU is linked:  

  • Conduct your search as usual.  
  • If the library provides access, you’ll see an “Available@NKU” link next to the item’s title.  
  • Click the link to access the full text. If you're off campus, you may be prompted to log in with your NKU ID and password.
    screenshot showing where the Available at NKU link will appear in a Google Scholar search  
  • Last Updated Oct 01, 2025
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  • Answered By Liz Futscher

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