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Library goes cash free this fall

Sep 20, 2018

Beginning in late September 2018, the Libraries will be accepting only credit card, debit card, or check for payment of fines and fees.

Temporary Restricted Access to Deering Library Stacks

Sep 19, 2018

Due to concerns about air quality in the stacks of Deering Library, access to some collections is temporarily restricted.

New pilot program gives Northwestern community expanded access to research collections worldwide

Aug 9, 2018

Launching in August 2018, SHARES, an international resource sharing program, will give Northwestern affiliates access to a rich collection of resources at partner institutions.

Library exam relief: spring quarter

May 25, 2018

It's the home stretch and the Libraries have got you covered. Free food, games, and activities will be available at University, Mudd, and Schaffner Libraries throughout reading and finals weeks.

Love Your Library: April 16 - 20

Apr 10, 2018

April 16 marks the start of Library Week, an annual event that celebrates the library’s role in people’s lives - as a building, a resource and as a people who help people.

Library exam relief: winter quarter

Mar 6, 2018

Take a break at the library this quarter! Free food, games, and activities will be available at both University and Mudd Libraries throughout reading and finals weeks.

Books on the move: Government Information

Beginning at the end of January, the Government Information Collection will move to a new home. The collection will be re-located to room B190 on the lower level of University Library.