Q. My link to an online journal article, database, eBook, streaming video, audio recording, etc. isn't working. How do I get a link that works?

To use the Open Athens link generator to get a new link to a library resource:

1. Go to the Open Athens link generator at https://go.openathens.net/generate/. 
2. Under Find Your Organization, type in Illinois State University
3. Copy a link you would like to “Athenize” and paste it in the Enter your links box.
   • If the link you are trying to “Athenize” fails, check to see if it has this prefix and remove it: https://login.libproxy.lib.ilstu.edu/login?url=
4. The "Athenized" link will appear under the box. Click Copy to get a copy of the link.

Notes:  

• If a library resource is from EBSCO, Gale, or ProQuest databases, the redirector will not work. Instead, copy a link from the catalog, or copy a link from the resource's access page within the database to get a stable link that works.
• If a library resource is from eBook Central or Kanopy, they do not need to be "Athenized" and can be copied from the resource's access page within the database.
• If you have any questions or need assistance, please contact liberesourceshelp@ilstu.edu.