Q. How can I log in to the Library website from home?

To log-in from off-campus:

• Go to the Library’s home page.
• Click on Access Library Resources & Services.
• Mouse over Search & Find.
• Click on the Databases link.
  • If you know the database you need:
    • Click on a letter that corresponds to the name of the database you need.
    • Click on the name of the database you need.
  • If you only have a general subject area:
    • Change the All Subjects dropdown to the subject you need.
    • Click on the name of a database to select it.
• Enter the following information when prompted:
  • Username: your user ID is your HCC email address (@howardcc.edu)
  • Password: your password is your HCC password 
    • If you need to set/reset your password, use the Password Services or call the Technology Service Center at 443-518-4444.

Current HCC credit students, faculty and staff may use the databases from many off-campus locations. Please be aware that security firewalls may prevent access to the Library's electronic resources, especially from work places, other libraries, and other networked locations.