Identification cards for approved visiting scholars must be obtained at the Circulation Desk in the library.
Computer usage and printing: Visiting Scholars are welcome to use electronic resources from within the library on library computers (i.e. ebooks, databases like JSTOR), however, remote access is not available. Printing services are not provided. A public scanner is available for scanning materials, with the option to send PDFs to your email via QR code or save them to a flash drive.
Cost: No cost.
Expiration date: At the discretion of the Library Director.
Visiting Scholar Checkout Privileges
Books: 100 books. 1 year with one 6 month renewal
Print journals: 1 week
Reference: 1 day
Open Reserves: Library use only OR (1-day, 2-day, or 3-day checkout)
Media: DVDs & CDs - 4 weeks with 1-week renewal
Summit: Long term loans of 6 weeks with one 6-week renewal or short term loans of 6 days with one 6-day renewal.
Interlibrary Loan: Varies. Depends on the lending institution.
Additional Borrowing Information
All UPS students, faculty, and staff are eligible to utilize the resources at Collins Memorial Library. Affiliated users have limited access to materials. The library requires that patrons present valid identification at each checkout and pick up transaction. Privileges are non-transferable.
Visitors may seek a librarian’s assistance with resources at Collins Library, but service is limited. We encourage visitors to start with their public or academic library to ensure they have utilized their local or regional resources. Puget Sound students, faculty and staff have priority in Reference Service and the use of all library resources and equipment.
Lost cards: If you lose your university ID or UPS Library issued card, please notify the library as soon as possible, so that there are no further checkouts using that card. Also, notify Dining Services if you have lost your university ID, replacement fees may apply.
