BadgerLink Stories

Edgerton Public Library librarians share their BadgerLink stories

BadgerLink is an important resource at the Edgerton Public Library in so many ways. Our library is small and would be unable to afford to offer the myriad resources our patrons are able to access through BadgerLink. We have assisted students to research topics for homework projects, helped patrons to find Consumer Reports that assisted them in making important…

Here’s what Wisconsin’s community members say about BadgerLink resources:

When I was teaching, I used BadgerLink regularly to gain access to professional journals like Educational Leadership and The Reader Teacher to read articles about the latest research in educational practice.

- User of Deer Park Public Library

In retirement I do a tremendous amount of research which I love. I use BadgerLink to assist me in knowing where to go and what is available. Without it, my attempts to find information would be severely…

Here’s what Wisconsin's academic educators and librarians say about BadgerLink resources:

Because of BadgerLink, students at our rural technical college can access thousands of quality sources through databases we otherwise couldn't afford. There are resources essential and supportive for every student, from automotive to nursing. 

- Blackhawk Technical College educator

My students use Academic Search…

“For many of our [WiLS] members, the resources provided through BadgerLink serve as the core of their database offerings and they supplement this with resources through WiLS.”

I work with Academic, Public and K12 libraries throughout Wisconsin helping librarians and media specialists add resources to support the needs of their students, patrons, faculty and staff. In my reference interviews, I always ask how our members are incorporating and promoting BadgerLink resources. For many of our members, the resources provided through…

“Databases provided through BadgerLink have essential information for students and educators as they conduct research, look for health information, repair vehicles, and more.”

I use BadgerLink resources on a daily basis in my work. TeachingBooks is used to find resources for promoting books and supporting library programming. I use…