Michigan eLibrary (MeL) Information

www.michigan.gov/mel

  • Welcome to MeL Information

    MeL, the Michigan eLibrary, has two components: MeLCat the statewide catalog, and the eResources available at MeL.org. An anywhere, anytime library for Michigan residents, this site provides information about the administration of MeL, with links to contact staff, promotional materials and the latest news about MeL.

MeLCat

  • MeLCat

    The MeLCat Statewide Catalog is a centralized union catalog and resource sharing service created to share materials among all types of libraries in Michigan, regardless of the local circulation system they use. MeLCat contains up-to-date holdings from all participating libraries. While the ability to search MeLCat is open to everyone, only eligible patrons from participating libraries may request materials to be delivered to their home libraries. MeLCat does not replace a local integrated library system. Information about policies, procedures, training and joining MeLCat can be found by visiting the Midwest Collaborative for Library Services webpage

MeL.org Support

  • Promotional Materials

    Find promotional materials you can use at your library including brochures, bookmarks, and posters. Free to order. Materials with the new MeL logo coming in now!

  • MeL Minute

    Don't miss our weekly communication about everything happening with MeL.org! Statistics, product developments, site improvements, insights into individual eResources and MeLCat functionality. It's all here.

  • Support for Library Staff

    We've visited a lot of libraries and held listening sessions across the state. Your feedback shaped MeL.org's redesign and helped us create a site with resources and support for you. We have Downloadable Promotional Materials, videos, technical support for integrating MeL eResources onto your own website, access to the help desk, and much more. 

    Connect with the MeL Engagement Specialist for Public Libraries, Theresa Runyan.

  • Support for Educators

    We have a new focus and a redesigned MeL for educators. We provide seamless classroom use. Geoauthentication means no logging in, and instant access to MeL eResources. This section of MeL also includes professional development information, code for several product search boxes that you can put on your school library website, and more. 

    Connect with the MeL Engagement Specialist for the K12 community, Ann Kaskinen.

Didn't Find What You Were Looking For?

  • Contact Us Via This Simple Form

    MeL has a help desk staffed by the Midwest Collaborative for Library Services. They're available to provide technical support for the eResources and MeLCat and field questions from library staff, educators, and the public. Fill out this simple form and receive a quick response. 

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