There are two ways to connect to library resources from off-campus using the new library proxy:
More information is on the EZproxy guide.
The campus VPN provides an alternate method for off-campus access.
Once you've searched a database to find articles, you may need to use "Get it at UC" to link to a PDF or html file if the full text is not immediately available. Each database isa bit different, but a good rule of thumb is this: when you see the "Get it at UC" icon click on it to view your article access options, which can range from full text to a call number to an Interlibrary Loan request
For historical local and major national newspapers and media, visit the Newspapers and Microforms room in Doe Library.
Google News also contains a wide range of national and local newspapers. Remember: be specific when searching on your topic and take advantage of the limiting features.