You can access the DSM-V through our database list.

Once you navigate to the D section, click on the DSM Library including DSM-5.

On that page, you can then select the Table of Contents and find the section you would like to access.

Note: The only spaces that are currently available to be reserved are BRK 230A - Library Learning Center and BRK 232.

We understand that sometimes extraordinary circumstances can affect the return of library materials. As such, we accept requests for fees/fines to be waived. These requests are processed on a case-by-case basis and are subject to the approval of Brookens librarians and staff.

Please note, we do not have overdue fines. Simply return the overdue item and all charges will be waived.

If an item has been lost or damaged and you'd like to submit a fee exemption request, please fill out the form below.

1. Go to the Library Website.
2. Search for the title, be as specific as you can. Use quotation marks if you know the exact title.
3. This will open up Ex Libris Discovery. Before you do anything else, log in using your net ID and password.
4. Select "All I-Share Libraries" and hit search.
5. Filter appropriately on the left hand side of the screen. Do you need a book? DVD? etc.

We accept good quality replacements for library materials. These replacements must be identical or newer versions of the lost/damaged item.

If you need more details about the lost/damaged item, you can see your checked-out materials through your library account or you can always contact us.

You can make an Interlibrary Loan (ILL) request as a UIS student, faculty, or staff member when a book is unavailable from Brookens Library and I-Share or when an article is unavailable in one of Brookens Library's databases.

Please watch the videos below for step by step instructions on requesting Interlibrary Loan (ILL) materials.

We occasionally offer workshops related to proposal writing. Any information on upcoming workshops can be found on the CINRC calendar. Additionally, we do many self-help publications on this topic. These can be checked out to patrons with an I-Card or a Special Borrowers card.

Every time you check out a book, you should receive an email from the library stating item titles and due dates. When these items are overdue or renewed, you will receive another email. Please make sure your library account is associated with an email address you often use. Instructions on how to see and edit your library account contact info.

How do I check my Library Account?

There are multiple ways to get research help from our librarians.

You can:

• View the research guide of the discipline you want to learn more about! Research guides include a curated list of databases, journals, resources, books, and more in a topic of interest. They are a great place to start your research.

Degree-seeking students, active faculty and staff, and many retirees are eligible for i‑cards. You may get your i‑card whenever you need it but there's no requirement to have or carry one. If you use your i‑card, make sure that it indicates your current role (student, faculty/staff, and so on).

Two ways to get an I‑card