CSU is debuting a new library platform this summer, and the transition is underway!
Visit our Migration Guide for details
As a member of the OhioLINK consortium, the Cleveland State University Libraries is upgrading our library services platform to Ex Libris Alma/Primo VE over the summer of 2025.
The new interface will replace the Scholar Catalog and OneSearch, as well as the OhioLINK Library Catalog that serves most academic libraries in the state of Ohio. However, the Libraries will be moving to a site better designed to represent today’s library collections that combine online, print and other physical resources.
This upgrade is not just about technology; it's about creating a more seamless and user-friendly experience for everyone on campus. Join us as we embark on this exciting journey to elevate library services and support the academic success of our community!
A new guide to help with the transition
We know this transition might feel a little overwhelming so your librarians have put together a handy Guide to the Library Services Platform Migration to help students, faculty, and everyone else navigate these changes. Inside, you’ll find a clear project timeline, helpful pages tailored just for you, and even a chance to get an early sneak peek at the new catalog. Plus, you can share your feedback to help us make it even better!
Questions?
If you're curious about the new system or have any questions, feel free to reach out to us. We're here to help!
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A Statewide Collaboration
CSU Library staff, along with colleagues at OhioLINK and 115 member libraries across the state, have been working tirelessly since June 2023 to bring this system migration to life. The project is right on track, and we can't wait to share the benefits with our community.
Enhancing User Experience
"We're looking forward to streamlining library resource management and providing new features that will better serve our faculty and students," notes Marsha Miles, Interim Director of the Michael Schwartz Library. Our campus can look forward to a more intuitive interface that makes finding print and electronic articles, books, and other library materials easier than ever.
What to Expect
As we approach the "go live" date, keep an eye out here for more information about the new system and the changes it will bring. For now, there are two important dates to be aware of:
- From May 23 - June 13 there will be an OhioLINK Borrowing/Lending Freeze.
During this time there will be no requesting, checkout, or renewal possible for OhioLINK items.
- As part of the transition, all OhioLINK must be returned to their home libraries before being renewed.
To avoid overdue fees, please return all OhioLINK items by Monday, July 7, 2025.