Access Privileges
At this time, access to library facilities is restricted due to University of Miami guidelines and only visitors with Cane ID are permitted. All membership dues for Amigos and Friends are currently suspended until further notice.
| Patron Types | Enter Richter Library | Use Laptops | On Campus Electronic Resources Access | Off-Campus Electronic Resources Access | ILL Services | Use Study Rooms |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Current UM Students / Faculty / Staff | + | |||||
| Alumni | limited access* | |||||
| Faculty Emeritus | ||||||
| Retired UM Faculty | ||||||
| Courtesy Appointment and/or University Advisor* | ID + letter from unit/department |
+ Faculty, Students and Staff associated with the Law School and Medical School must use the ILL service provided by their respective libraries.
* Alumni have access to some electronic databases off-campus via the Alumni Portal. Please contact alumni@miami.edu for assistance.
Borrowing Privileges
| Patron Type | Books | DVD | Popular Fiction / Graphic Novels | Reserves | Number of Items |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Current UM Undergraduate Students | 30 days | 7 days | 30 days | online only | No limit |
| Current UM Graduate Students | Semester | 7 days | 30 days | online only | No limit |
| Current Faculty | 365 days | 7 days | 30 days | online only | No limit |
| Current Staff | Semester | 7 days | 30 days | No limit | |
| Retired Faculty |
30 days | 7 days | 30 days | 10 bks, 3 DVDs | |
| Emeritus Faculty | 365 days | 7 days | 30 days | No limit |
* Courtesy Appointment – Faculty and researchers with a courtesy appointment may obtain a library pass with photo ID and their appointment letter from the appropriate UM department official. Borrowing privileges are generally not offered. Contact Jose Rodriguez (305)-284-6466 or jfr133@miami.edu
For further questions, please contact Richter Circulation at richter.circulation@miami.edu or other UM library directly.
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