Visitors

Visitors to University of Denver Libraries may access collections, technology, and services under certain conditions.

 

Visitor Access

Visitors to University Libraries may access many of our collections, technology and services as well as free guest Wi-Fi. Current identification is required to maintain a library account, check out material and make use of many library resources.

 

Visitor Access Cards

Visitors can gain access to desktop computers and/or borrowing privileges by visiting the Perlmutter Lending Desk inside the Anderson Academic Commons. The following options are available: 

 

Pass 

Cost 

Desktop Access 

Borrowing Privileges 

Daily 

$5 

1 day 

No 

Monthly 

$20 

1 month 

No 

Annual 

$100 or free 

1 year 

Yes 

Alum 

Free 

1 year 

Yes 

 

Computers and Databases

Computers in the Anderson Academic Commons are available to Visitors. Current DU students, staff, and faculty are given priority during times of high use.

Computer Passes are available for purchase for $5 (daily), $20 (monthly), or $100 (annual). Daily and Monthly Computer Passes do not grant checkout privileges of materials. Visitors must also sign a computer use agreement, which is kept on file at the Lending Desk.

A free Computer Pass may be obtained by opening a borrowing account for patrons affiliated with an eligible institution.

Computer use must follow DU's Acceptable Use Policy for Computer and Network Systems. Misuse will result in the loss of library privileges.

Not all databases are available to patrons with Computer Passes. For details on visitor access, review our Database Access Privileges or contact the Research Center at research@du.libanswers.com.

Checking Out Materials

Visitors can open a borrowing account and check out materials from the University Libraries provided they already meet the criteria outlined on the Visitors and Reciprocal Borrowing Requirements page.

Visitors that do not meet the above criteria can purchase an annual borrowing account for $100 which includes on-site access to select library databases.

Visitors can request items in advance by calling the Lending Desk at 303-871-3707. Any materials may be requested for browsing in the Main Library. Items will be picked up at the Lending Desk for use within the library. Refer to the visitor library privileges for information on checkout periods and limits, renewal and fines.

Visitors do not have Prospector or Interlibrary Loan services through DU, but may use those services at their home library to request items from the DU Libraries.