Is OpenAthens the same thing as my library account?
Answer
No. The OpenAthens account is not a library card and not connected to your MCU library account.
- OpenAthens is used for online access online to the Research Library's paid databases, eBooks, eJournals, etc.
- To check out books from our print collections, you must register in person at the Library.
[This FAQ was updated on 19 November 2025. POC: Virtual Branch.]