About CCMS

Library Catalog

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Students, staff, faculty, and the public can use the library catalog to search for particular items or browse our collection. In addition, registered students and faculty/staff can use the catalog to place holds and renew items.

>Click here to search the Catalog

How to:

External Library Access

Access the Ohio Web Library (OWL)

The Ohio Web Library may be accessed by all Ohio residents as well as by anyone using a computer or mobile device in Ohio. See Access the Ohio Web Library below for more information. 

Choose general or specific 

  • General - Click here for the OWL's homepage. You will be able to search many of the resources at one time. 
  • Specific - To find databases that are specific to a particular subject, browse the topics in the section below - "Find a Database or Website." 

Let OWL know you are in Ohio

  • OWL resources are provided free of charge to all Ohio residents or anyone using a device within the State of Ohio.
  • OWL will try to verify that you are in Ohio; if that can be confirmed, you will be granted access.
  • When you see a screen asking for your library card number, do not panic! You should see a pop-up message informing you that "OPLIN wants to know your location." Click the YES button.
  • If you do not see this message, you may need to go into your browser's settings and allow pop-ups.