WRDS has made it easier to access their data.
It is NOT necessary for library-based users to apply for individual accounts.
The new process is as follows:
The user connects to WRDS via the Databases page.
There, s/he will be asked for their Baruch email address; the WRDS system will then immediately send an email to that address, containing a one-day access ticket (actually a customized URL). (Both “Baruchmail” and “Baruch” are working).
Faculty and those working continuously with data will still probably want to create their own account so they don’t have to ask for a one-day pass, but for others this might be enough.
Please let me know if you have any questions or concerns.