To create persistent URLs (or permalinks) to an article, database, or search results list so that other MSU users can view it from both on and off campus can be done, but it is a somewhat complex process. These links could be used within Desire2Learn (D2L) and on other course pages. It is complex because each publisher may need a different process, and it will not work at all for some. See also the video tutorial.

To make sure that authorized off-campus users can view the item, each permalink will need the MSU Library proxy prefix of
    http://proxybz.lib.montana.edu/login?url=

For links to articles, look for a "bookmark," "persistent URL," or "permalink," link, and then just add the proxy prefix.

For example, in InfoTrac PowerSearch and related datebases, look for the Bookmark this Document link. Then add the proxy prefix above to the front of that long URL for the permalink.



In Academic Search Premier and other EbscoHost databases, look on the Citation screen for a Persistent link to this record (Permalink). Then add the proxy prefix above to the front of that long URL for the permalink.



In JSTOR, look for the Stable URL. Then add the proxy prefix above to the front of URL for the permalink.



In LexisNexis, it is difficult, but once an article is found, try using the Durable Link Tool.

See also the video tutorial.