Visiting graduate researchers & scholars may apply for a library card with the following privileges for $80 per semester ($240 for the entire year. Other options: Guest User membership). Proof of current enrollment in a graduate degree program or affiliation with a post-secondary institution is required.
Only interested in a particular item? If you wish to obtain borrow a specific item, instead of a membership, you may want to inquire with your college/university/public library for details on their interlibrary loan service. They may be able to borrow the item for you for free or at a low cost.
How to apply? You will need to apply in person at the library during regular office hours (M-F, 9am-5pm). Have the following items ready:
- Ask a staff member for the application form.
- Library Patron Agreement: Fill out online and email to library@uwest.edu.
- Payment. To pay with a credit card, please select the UWest Marketplace (Select 'Library Fee'), make sure the total amount is correct, save the payment receipt notice to PDF and forward it to library@uwest.edu.
After you fill out the form and provide payment, you will need to take a picture at the Student Life office to get the ID card (Student Life Office is closed from 12pm-1pm for lunch). You will receive your card thereafter. Please be prepared to present ID card for checkout.
Additional extensions/renewals may be provided upon request. Please contact us if you have run out of renewals and cannot return items on time.
Loan Policy (for borrowing/checking out materials):
| Item Type | # | Loan Period | Renew | Overdue Fee Per Item |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Book
| 20
| End of semester
| 25¢ per day
| |
Periodical
| 5
| End of semester
| 25¢ per day
| |
Media
| 3
| End of semester
| 25¢ per day
| |
2
| 5 days
| $1 per day | ||
1
| Stated hours
| No
| $1 per hour
| |
1
| 5 days
| No
| $1 per day | |
Reference
| 1
| 5 days
| $1 per day | |
*Set by lending library
| $1 per day | |||
↑ | Shortest of 7 days or old due date
| No
| $1 per day |
Service Access & Requests:
| Service | Availability |
|---|---|
Yes: On and off campus
| |
Yes: Request up to 10 items/week
| |
Yes: Request up to 2 items/week
| |
Limited: Prepay and/or request staff assistance
| |
Limited: Prepay and/or request staff assistance
| |
Computer Access
| Yes
|
Wireless
| Yes: Setup by IT department (ED214)
|
Scan | Yes: Self-service at computer station no.11 or 14
|
