Q. Can I use the library if I am a visiting researcher?

Yes!

Library access is available to visiting researchers and community members with a valid photo ID. Please check in at our welcome desks at the entrance of the library.

If you wish to check out books and other materials, you must request and pay for a Community Borrower's Card online prior to coming in person. Community Borrower's Card applications may take a few days to process.

More information on services for visiting scholars can be found here.

The Center for Southwest Research and Special Collections housed in Zimmerman Library mediates access to its physical collections. For more information and hours visit the CSWR webpage.

The Map and Geographic Information Center in the Centennial Science & Engineering Library provides access to its physical collections Monday-Friday 9:00-4:00 or by appointment. For more information visit the MAGIC webpage.

Note: We are no longer offering our carryout service as a way for community borrowers to access collections. If you are a patron that needs low-contact service, please see our additional FAQ