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OpenAthens @ Thigpen Library

Faculty To-Do List

  1. Review your syllabus /eLearn courses to identify links/URLS to library resources.
  2. Don't forget to check the URLs of any embedded materials you have (videos, articles, etc). 
  3. Update any links you identify to OpenAthens using the Link Generator Tool.
  4. OpenAthens was launched as our authentication system Fall of 2024. Replace the links in your syllabus and/or course shells. 
  5. Contact library staff with any questions. 
  6. We're here to help! Schedule an appointment if you need assistance with this process. 

Link Generator Tool

OpenAthens Link Generator

Update Existing Links for electronic resources that are in your e-Learn courses and/or syllabus

Create New Links  for electronic resources that you want to add in your e-Learn course and/or syllabus

  • Go to the resource
  • Copy the permalink address for each resource
  • Paste the link into our OpenAthens Link Generator 
  • Copy the new "Athenized" link
  • Paste the link into your e-Learn course and/or syllabus

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