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Guests, Alumni and Retired Faculty

Options for borrowing materials and getting help from specialists, as well support for planning a visit to any of our buildings.

Find and use materials

  1. Find Materials

    Learn how to locate our resources, from searching by topic to looking for specific formats.

  2. Alumni, Guests, and Native and Indigenous Peoples Borrowing

    Guests with specific academic affiliations and Native and Indigenous peoples are eligible to borrow materials. Alumni and all other guests can pay an annual fee.

  3. Faculty and Staff Borrowing

    Current and retired faculty and staff can borrow materials, and current faculty can assign someone to borrow on their behalf.

  4. Pick Up Items at a Library Desk

    Use “Get This” to have materials delivered to the library location of your choice.

Get help

  1. Ask a Librarian

    We can help you locate library resources, connect with a specialist, or find support at any stage of your project.

  2. Find a Specialist

    Search by subject or specialty to find experts who can offer guidance.

Support the library

Plan a visit

  1. Library Locations by Campus

    Select a specific location for details about visiting.

  2. Study Spaces

    Find the space that fits your needs, whether you’re studying solo or meeting with a group.

  3. Guest Computing and Printing

    Just visiting? Find out how you can use our computing services.

  4. Events and Exhibits

    See what events are happening across the library and where to find our exhibits.

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