The Anderson Academic Commons is open for Summer Quarter with restricted hours and access. Please see our hours page for more details. 

Only current students and DU employees who have been cleared to return to campus may enter the building. Each person must swipe their DU ID to enter and follow all current campus COVID-19 protocols.

Visitor and alumni access is not allowed at this time.

As of July 6, 2021, many library services have resumed in-person services, but some services and spaces will be in a state of transition over the summer. Contact the Research Center for questions. Please see the left-hand menu for additional FAQs and resources.

**Last Updated: 7/16/21**

Services

While most library services have resumed in-person services, we also continue to offer a number of online/virtual services:

• Libraries COVID-19 FAQ: Find up-to-date information on changes to our services.

• Research Center: Open for in-person services, as well as virtual and email assistance.

• Resources for Faculty: Explore ways the Libraries support teaching faculty. 

• Special Collections: The Reading Room is available by appointment only to currently enrolled students and DU employees cleared for campus access. Visitors must book a virtual consultation prior to requesting an in-person appointment. In lieu of in-person appointments, we encourage use of our digitized collections and virtual consultations.

• Academic Commons Centers and Services: Many of the AAC services offer numerous virtual support options.

• The Lending Desk and AAC book stacks reopened on July 6, 2021. Current students and DU employees who are cleared for campus access may browse the stacks in person, but print materials from the AAC may still be requested for pickup.

• The Music Library will be reopening in phases over the summer.

Remote Access to Library Collections

• Search Compass or browse our complete list of databases. Many of the Libraries articles, videos, and e-books are available online.

• Research Guides and Off-Campus Resources Guide: Additional information on how to use and access library resources remotely, including specific resources for classes and subjects.

Planning for Your Future Visit

No visitor or alumni access is allowed at this time. If you wish to plan for a future visit, you can view our policies and procedures for visitors.

At this time, study and events room reservations are not being accepted, but study rooms can be used on walk-in basis. Room options can be viewed on the Room Reservations page.