HNFE

Resources for VT Dietetic Interns

Resources for VT Dietetic Interns

About University Libraries

Welcome to University Libraries at Virginia Tech!  If you have any questions or problems, please do not hesitate to contact Rebecca Miller, the College Librarian for HNFE.  Her contact information is available on the right side of this page.

• Our main website is located at:  http://www.lib.vt.edu 
• You can search for books and other related resources using our catalog, Addison
• Use our library search engine, Summon, to search for books AND articles
• Visit the HNFE Subject Guide for guidance whenever you are beginning an HNFE-related project.  

Accessing Material from Off Campus

As you conduct research and provide care away from campus, use the tools below to take advantage of the full range of services offered by University Libraries:

• Off Campus Sign In:  Always log in to off campus sign in before conducting any research while off campus
• Interlibrary Loan:  This service will allow you to receive materials (1) that are not owned by University Libraries, or (2) when you are away from campus for an extended period of time.  
• Desktop Delivery:  Use this service to receive (by email) scanned copies of journal articles and book chapters that are owned, in print, by University Libraries

Clinical & Point of Care Tools

• AND Nutrition Care Manual
• AND Complete Food and Nutrition Guide (2006)
• AND Complete Food and Nutrition Guide (2002)

Relevant Databases

• PubMed
• Web of Science

Current Awareness and Research Management

There are a number of tools that can help you manage information--even when you're away from the computer!  Use the tools below to organize and update your research:

• Alerting services
• RSS feed alerts
• Citation managers, like EndNote and Zotero

Questions?

Schedule a one-on-one appointment with your subjet librarian if you have any other questions or concerns. Information for all College Librarians can be found here. Additionally, the 4th floor reference desk (Science & Technology Reference Desk) is staffed during normal library hours, if you have a question that needs immediate assistance. You can drop in, or use our Ask a Librarian system for virtual service. We look forward to seeing you in the library!