Accessing Online Resources at the Hope Brings Strength Health Sciences Library

As part of Rowan University Libraries, the Hope Brings Strength Health Sciences Library at Rowan-Virtua School of Osteopathic Medicine (SOM) provides access to thousands of online resources, including databases, e-journals, and e-books.

Most of these resources are licensed and are available on- and off-campus to the following groups:

• Current Rowan University students, faculty, and staff
• Residents from Rowan-Virtua SOM affiliated institutions
• Our Lady of Lourdes (OLOL)/Virtua nursing students and faculty
• Rowan-Virtua SOM volunteer faculty

How to Access Online Library Resources

To access licensed resources:

1. Start at a Rowan University Libraries website.
2. You will be prompted to select your affiliation: choose Rowan (not Cooper Health).
3. Log in using your Rowan NetID and authenticate through Duo, Rowan’s two-factor authentication system.

Managing Your Rowan NetID

To find, create, or reset your Rowan NetID password, visit:
🔗 https://netid.rowan.edu/

• Click the appropriate button and follow the prompts.
• You will need your Banner ID, which is included in your welcome materials when you receive your NetID.

Who is Eligible for a Rowan NetID?

• Students, faculty, and staff are assigned a NetID upon enrollment or employment at Rowan University.
• Volunteer faculty at Rowan-Virtua SOM receive NetIDs through the Dean’s Office upon appointment.
• Affiliate residents at Rowan-Virtua SOM: please refer to the FAQ on how to obtain your Rowan account.

Important Note for Alumni

Unfortunately, alumni are not eligible to access Rowan University Libraries' licensed online resources.