The Library of the University of Sri Jayewardenepura is pleased to announce that the full collection of the JSTOR e-database is now accessible to the university community on a trial basis until 10th December 2025.
This trial access provides the opportunity to explore one of the world’s leading academic databases, offering a vast range of scholarly journals, books, and primary research materials across multiple disciplines.
To access JSTOR, users can visit the Library homepage at www.lib.sjp.ac.lk and navigate through the following path:
Resources → E-Resources → Online Databases → JSTOR
For further assistance or clarification regarding access, members are encouraged to contact the Deputy Librarian at extension 8527.
What is JSTOR?
JSTOR (pronounced jay-stor) is a globally recognized digital library for academic research. The name stands for Journal Storage, highlighting its original purpose of digitally preserving and providing access to scholarly journals.
Established in 1995, JSTOR was developed to help universities and libraries offer seamless access to academic content while reducing the need for physical storage. Today, it contains an extensive archive of peer-reviewed journal articles, academic books, and primary sources covering a broad range of disciplines including the arts, humanities, social sciences, business, and sciences.
Renowned for its credibility and depth, JSTOR has become a trusted resource for researchers and scholars worldwide. While it typically requires a subscription, universities often provide institutional access, as is now available through the University of Sri Jayewardenepura Library.
In essence, JSTOR serves as a gateway to knowledge, empowering the academic community with access to reliable and high-quality research resources.
