As the University continues to operate under an essential services model the health and safety of the library and university community is of primary concern. We are currently working with the University to develop protocols, processes, and resources needed to ensure health and safety to resume those services that require on-site access.The Library is developing a phased plan to gradually restart service. Due to the nature of the environment and the need for processes and equipment, we are unable at this time to provide a calendar of dates for when services will begin.Visit our Fall 2020 information page to learn abut the modified services that are available for the fall semester.We will continue to update this page as these services develop.All librarians and staff are working remotely. Our remote hours of operation are 8:30 am - 4:30 pm from Monday to Friday.

Frequently Asked Questions

General FAQ:

Is the Leddy Library building open?

Can I access library material?

Online Resources: You can access our online resources including articles, books, and videos from home using Omni along with other research collections. If you need assistance finding the right resources for your needs, please connect with your liaison librarian. Print/Physical Resources: You can request access to our print collections through our Contactless Pickup and Digital Delivery services. To learn more about these services please visit our contactless pickup and digital delivery webpage. Please contact leddylibrary@uwindsor.ca with if you have any questions.

Do I need to return my borrowed material?

Now that print pickup and digital delivery are available to the campus, users who are able to borrow physical items held by Leddy Library can return them to the library and follow library notices and loan policies. This includes interlibrary loans. Items eligible for renewal can be renewed online at http://led.uwindsor.ca/my-account under "My Loans". If you are unable to return items you've borrowed at this time and are having trouble renewing online please contact us at leddylibrary@uwindsor.ca for help. If you need to return your books, you can do so using the book return box located outside Leddy Library’s entrance.This includes interlibrary loans.

Are there additional e-resources available at this time?

Most free access to e-resources has now ended. The library continues to track available offers. Please visit our COVID-19 resource page as we compile these resources. It’s important to note that some of these resources will not stay openly accessible forever.

Can I access specialized software remotely through Leddy Library?

Yes, during the pandemic free, temporary access to some software is available. SPSS 26 is available to access off campus. Instructions from ITS are available here.

Until August 31, Leddy Library is able to provide temporary free access Stata/SE 16. To obtain a license key, please contact libdata@uwindsor.ca.

I need to consult with a librarian, how can I do this?

If you have a general question, you can always chat with a librarian via the LiveChat service on the library’s website. If chat isn’t available, you can send an email to leddy@uwindsor.ca. Alternatively, can consult with the subject expert librarian for your faculty.

I’m having trouble accessing a resource, who can assist?

If you cannot access a resource that is available from our library, please send an email to elecprod@uwindsor.ca and a member of our team will look into the problem promptly.

Can I get help from the Academic Data Center?

Yes. The Academic Data Centre is continuing to offer services remotely. Please email your request to libdata@uwindsor.ca

Can I order an interlibrary loan to receive material from another library?