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The WashU Libraries are committed to making their spaces, collections, services, and events accessible to all. While most WashU buildings are open to the public during normal business hours, the libraries' resources and services are primarily available to current faculty, staff, and students of Washington University. However, alumni, visitors, and other users are welcome to visit the library, access physical collections, and utilize certain electronic resources with temporary credentials on the libraries' public computers. Additionally, the WashU Libraries assist individuals and business patrons outside of the university when possible, and certain resources are available to MOBIUS members, HEC Card Holders, and OCLC cardholders.
| Characteristics | Values |
|---|---|
| Library access for other university students | WashU Libraries are open to the public. |
| Borrowing privileges | Visitors and alumni can check out print materials by joining the WashU Libraries Century Club for a minimum $100 annual donation. |
| Online resource access | Visitors and alumni can use most online resources via a library-supplied computer or by accessing wustl-guest-2.0 wifi. |
| Access to online subscription services | Unaffiliated users cannot access online subscription services remotely. |
| Access to WashU wireless network | WashU's wireless network is reserved for students, faculty, staff, and long-term visiting researchers. |
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What You'll Learn
WashU Library access for non-WashU students
WashU Libraries are committed to making their spaces, collections, services, and events accessible. The library is open to the public, and visitors can access most electronic resources, including databases and eBooks, with temporary credentials. This login only works on the libraries' public computers.
WashU's wireless network is reserved for students, faculty, staff, and long-term visiting researchers. However, items such as Olin Library's microform scanners or DVD/VHS viewing stations are open to all users. Visitors and alumni can access print materials by joining the WashU Libraries Century Club for a minimum annual donation of $100. Other users, such as MOBIUS members, HEC Card Holders, and OCLC cardholders, may have additional privileges.
The WashU Libraries offer numerous services to support faculty research and instruction. Their collections, services, and resources are available to all staff with a WashU ID. The libraries also assist individuals and business patrons outside of the university when possible. For example, the Bernard Becker Medical Library serves as an information resource and services hub for the WashU Medical Center and the global health sciences community.
The East Asian Library supports the teaching, study, and research needs of WashU's Department of East Asian Languages and Cultures and other academic departments, schools, and programs. Similarly, the Gaylord Music Library collection seeks to meet the academic music information needs of the WashU community.
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WashU Library's online resources for non-WashU students
WashU Libraries offer a variety of online resources for non-WashU students. The libraries house approximately two million print books, more than 60,000 print journals, over two million e-books, and hundreds of databases, as well as a wide selection of audio-visual materials, manuscripts, and more.
Non-WashU students can access most electronic resources, including databases and eBooks, with temporary credentials. This login only works on the libraries' public computers within the libraries. Non-WashU students can also access the WashU Libraries' website, which provides access to key academic resources such as catalogs, databases, research support, and special collections.
Additionally, non-WashU students can visit the physical library to access the physical collections and make scans using the local printers. They can also access most online resources via a library-supplied computer or by accessing the guest WiFi network. However, due to restrictions by online vendor licensing, some resources, such as certain eBooks and online subscription services, may not be accessible remotely to non-WashU students.
The WashU Libraries also offer various services and resources located in specific libraries. For example, the John M. Olin Library offers group study rooms, technology-related services, and audio and visual materials. The Bernard Becker Medical Library serves as an information resource and services hub for the WashU Medical Center and the global health sciences community. The Gaylord Music Library provides a comprehensive collection of music books, scores, sound recordings, and research collections. The East Asian Library supports the teaching, study, and research needs of the East Asian Languages & Cultures department and other academic departments. These libraries welcome visitors and provide access to their physical collections, technology services, and other resources.
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Using WashU Library computers as a non-WashU student
WashU Libraries are open to the public and welcome non-WashU students. However, there are certain limitations to the resources that non-affiliated users can access.
WashU's wireless network is reserved for students, faculty, staff, and long-term visiting researchers. However, non-affiliated users can access most electronic resources, including databases and eBooks, with temporary credentials provided by the library. These temporary credentials only work on the libraries' public computers and do not allow remote access to online subscription services.
Other Resources Accessible to Non-WashU Students
In addition to using the public computers, non-WashU students can access other resources at WashU Libraries. Items such as Olin Library's microform scanners or DVD/VHS viewing stations are open to all users. Non-affiliated users can also access books while at the library's physical locations, but they cannot check out items unless they are part of the Century Club donor program. This program costs a minimum of $100 per year and allows members to borrow up to 25 books at a time from the Danforth Campus libraries.
Study Spaces
WashU Libraries offer various study spaces for both individual and group work. Instruction Rooms 1 and 3 are available on a first-come, first-served basis during specific hours when not reserved by the Libraries. The Danforth Campus distributed library locations include the East Asian Library, Gaylord Music Library, Kopolow Business Library, and the Kranzberg Art & Architecture Library, providing additional study spaces for visitors.
Obtaining Temporary Credentials
To obtain temporary credentials for accessing electronic resources on the public computers, non-WashU students can visit the Danforth Campus libraries and present a photo ID. The library staff will scan the photo ID to create a visitor logon for the public computers.
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Borrowing physical books as a non-WashU student
The WashU Libraries are open to the public and welcome non-WashU students. While non-affiliated users can access books at the library's physical locations, they cannot check out items outside of specific exceptions.
One such exception is the Century Club, which costs a minimum of $100 per year and allows for up to 25 checkouts at a time. Alternatively, non-WashU students can obtain an INFO-PASS, which allows them to check out up to five books from the WashU Libraries.
Students at many Missouri colleges and universities may also have borrowing privileges at the WashU Libraries if their institution is a member of the MOBIUS consortium. Additionally, non-WashU students can request an interlibrary loan through their local public library, which will obtain the book on their behalf.
It is important to note that unaffiliated users cannot access online subscription services or databases and eBooks with remote access. However, most eBooks and licensed resources are accessible on-campus with temporary credentials or a visitor logon created with a photo ID.
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WashU Library services for the general public
WashU Libraries are committed to making their spaces, collections, services, and events accessible to the general public. Here are some of the services available to non-WashU-affiliated individuals:
Library Access
The WashU Libraries, including the John M. Olin Library, are open to the public during regular business hours, typically from 7 AM to 6 PM on weekdays and locked on weekends. Visitors can explore the library spaces, which include group study rooms, a café, and exhibition spaces.
Physical Collections
The WashU Libraries house approximately two million print books, more than 60,000 print journals, and hundreds of audiovisual materials, manuscripts, and more. Visitors can access these physical collections, although some areas, such as the West Campus Library, are restricted to WashU students, faculty, and staff.
Online Resources
On-campus, library visitors can access most electronic resources, including databases and eBooks, using temporary credentials on the libraries' public computers. However, due to licensing restrictions, remote access to online subscription services is limited to current WashU affiliates.
Library Services
Librarian-delivered services are available to the public by appointment. Visitors can also utilize the library's technology-related services, such as microform scanners and DVD/VHS viewing stations.
Borrowing Privileges
Visitors can borrow print materials by joining the WashU Libraries Century Club with a minimum annual donation. Other users with extended privileges include MOBIUS members, HEC Card Holders, and OCLC cardholders.
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Frequently asked questions
Yes, WashU Libraries are open to the public. Visitors can access most electronic resources, including databases and eBooks, with temporary credentials. However, they can only use these resources on the library's public computers.
Visitors can access physical collections and make scans using the local printers. They can also use Olin Library's microform scanners and DVD/VHS viewing stations.
WashU has several libraries, including the John M. Olin Library, Bernard Becker Medical Library, Brown School Library, and the East Asian Library.
You can find information about library usage guidelines, building access, and services on the Olin Library Guidelines and Policies page.
