Leganto is a new tool that makes it easy for faculty to build lists of course materials and incorporate library resources into the lists in one simple-to-use interface. See the Leganto guide for more advanced instructions.
Starting in the summer of 2026 Leganto will be how faculty request materials for reserves at the library.
Creating the List and Connecting It to Your Course
Before you begin adding items your course materials list, you must first create the list and connect it to your course.
- Go to the Leganto website and log in using your St. Olaf credentials
- Click +Create list
- Select Start from blank list
- Enter a name for the list (e.g. "Course Materials List" or course title)
- Link the list to your course by beginning a search and selecting the appropriate course from the drop-down menu. Courses can be searched by:
- Course name
- Course code
- Instructor name
- Choose how to organize your list
- The default style organizes items on the list into one section
- The weeks style allows you to break the list into subsections
- Click Create list
Adding Items to the List
Instructions on how to add items to the course materials list can be found in the Knowledge Base article "Add Items to a Course Materials List"
Publishing the List
When the list is complete, you must publish it. This will 1) make the list visible to students, and 2) notify library staff of any processing that needs to be done (e.g. moving items from the stacks to the course reserves shelf).
- Click the My list is ready button at the top of the tool window
- If desired, select Also publish the list to students
- Click Send
The list has been sent to the library and, if applicable, library staff will begin processing items for reserves.
Any questions about course materials lists and course reserves can be sent to reserves@stolaf.edu.