Alumni Library Privileges
Upon verification of alumni status and registration in the library's user database, alumni are afforded limited library privileges.
Borrowing Gumberg Library Materials
- Circulating books may be checked out for 28 days, with one renewal permitted
- Materials from other collections (Music, Curriculum Center, Audiovisuals, Phenomenology Center) circulate according to their respective time frames
- A maximum of 10 items may be checked out at a given time
- Renewals may be requested in person or over the phone at 412.396.6130
Research Database Access
- Research databases may be accessed at public workstations located throughout the building
- Licensing restrictions prevent off-site access
Carrel Keys/Laptops
- Study carrels and laptops are not available during the academic year
- Exceptions may be made on a case-by-case basis during the summer months and holiday periods
Interlibrary Loan and E-Z Borrow services are not available to alumni.
Procedure for Obtaining Library Privileges
- Visit the Circulation Desk and complete a registration form
- Forms will be verified as soon as possible, but may take up to 24 hours during the business week. Once forms are verified, the alumni user will be entered in the library's user database
- Alumni privileges are valid for for one year and may be extended upon request
- To borrow materials, alumni must present a valid photo driver's license, passport, or employer ID card with photo