A wide variety of research databases are available through the Wyoming State Library at GoWYLD.net . You can use them outside the library with your library card number (no letters or spaces) and your PIN.
Wyoming Tribune-Eagle: Explore and stay informed on local topics, people and events in areas such as business, health, education, jobs and careers, political and social issues and more. Available remotely 24/7 on any device.
Visit GoWYLD.net for these databases and many more:
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- Chilton Library (auto repair manuals, books are also available at the 3rd floor Ask Here desk)
- Ebscohost (a variety of topics with an easy interface)
- Pronunciator (learn new languages)
- Novelist (guide to fiction and read-a-likes)
- Sanborn Maps (historic Cheyenne maps)
- Wyoming Newspaper Project (digitized historic newspapers)
- Mometrix eLibrary (provides access to study materials for over 1,500 different standardized exams. Study materials include comprehensive study guides, interactive flashcards and practice tests)
Visit the following libraries for access to:
- ALLDATA – The leading provider of original equipment manufacturer (OEM) auto repair information for the professional automotive service industry. IN LIBRARY USE ONLY: Pine Bluffs, Cheyenne
- Ancestry® Library Edition (Access through GoWYLD) – A robust database for genealogy and family history research distributed exclusively by ProQuest and powered by Ancestry.com. Offers billions of records in census data, vital records, directories, photos, and more. IN LIBRARY USE ONLY: Burns, Pine Bluffs, Cheyenne
- Candid (Foundation Center + Guidestar) – Foundation Center and Guidestar joined forces in 2019 to become Candid, a 501c3 non profit organization that connects people who want to change the world to the resources they need to do it. Candid’s data tools on nonprofits, foundations, and grants are the most comprehensive in the world. IN LIBRARY USE ONLY: Cheyenne
Gain access to these resources anywhere with your Laramie County Library card:
- Brainfuse – A database that helps students and job seekers reach their goals by connecting them with qualified eTutors and job coaches anytime, anywhere. Explore all four platforms for personalized, LIVE, coaching and tutoring.
- HelpNow offers live tutor access for homework help, skills building and test preparation. After taking a quiz, connect to a live tutor directly from the test center.
- JobNow connects job seekers with a live job coach, real-time interview practice, full-service resume lab, and 24/7 access to local job resources.
- VetNow connects veterans with a live Veteran Navigator for help with eligible VA benefits and community resources including academic tutoring and employment transition assistance.
- CollegeNow connects students with a counselor to get application advice, submit essays for feedback, and get tips on securing recommendation letters. It also connects students to live experts and tutors who can help prepare for:
- PSAT/SAT, ACT, AP and state standardized tests
- College admissions interviews
- Identifying and applying for financial aid
- Data Axle Reference Solutions – The go-to resource for comprehensive data on both businesses and individuals. It is tailored to the needs of small business owners, marketing professionals, entrepreneurs, researchers, and job seekers. (Formerly known as ReferenceUSA.)
- Signing Savvy – Your complete sign language resource. The core of Signing Savvy includes:
- Dictionary – Search a sign language dictionary with thousands of high-resolution sign videos, sign descriptions, memory aids, and more.
- Learning Tools – Build vocabulary word lists, practice with flashcards, and quiz yourself with quizzing tools.
- Course Materials – Make use of pre-composed word lists, content-rich articles, worksheets, and more.
- Community – Join an expansive community of educators, interpreters, students, deaf or hard of hearing, friends and family members and enthusiasts of American Sign Language.
Click Here for instructions on how to sign up for your free Signing Savvy membership.
If you need assistance using the databases, tutorials are available, as well as detailed troubleshooting hints. Library staff can assist you over the phone (307.634.3561) or in person.