Visitor Access Policy
Who has access to Snell Library?
Snell Library Access Privileges | |||||
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User | Building Access | Hours | How to Get Access | ||
Current Northeastern students, faculty and staff (from all Northeastern campuses) | Yes | 24 hours with valid Husky Card when the building is open | Using a valid student, faculty, or staff Husky Card at Turnstiles | ||
Northeastern Alumni | Yes |
During Library service desk hours with a valid Alumni Husky Card |
Using a valid Alumni Husky Card at turnstiles | ||
Northeastern Faculty and Staff Retirees | Yes | During Library service desk hours with valid Retiree Husky Card | Retired faculty and staff should update library accounts using the Library Privileges Request Form to ensure their Retiree husky card will work at Turnstiles | ||
Holders of Northeastern Sponsored Accounts (including visiting scholars) | Yes | Varies | Should register for access and borrowing privileges using the Library Privileges Request Form at least 48 hours in advance of their visit | ||
Members of BLC partner institutions | Yes | During Library service desk hours with a valid BLC card issued by their home institution and a photo ID | Beginning January 6, 2025: Encouraged to complete the Library Privileges Request Form in advance of their visit and bring their BLC Card and a photo ID. | ||
Members of SHARES partner institutions | Yes | During Library service desk hours after registering their visit | Beginning January 6, 2025: Should register their visit using the Library Privileges Request Form in advance of their visit | ||
Members of the Public | In some cases | Pending approval during Library service desk hours by appointment | Submit the Library Privileges Request Form and note what resources you are looking to access at least 48 hours in advance of the proposed visit. |
More Information about Visiting Snell Library
- See Borrowing from Snell Library for more information about borrowing privileges.
- Update your Library account to better access electronic materials and saved search results in Scholar OneSearch.
- See Interlibrary Loan for more information about interlibrary loan services.
- Snell Library welcomes members of the public who demonstrate a specific need to use its unique resources in person, visit Northeastern University’s Policy on Snell Library Public Access for more information.
- Visit the Husky Card office for more information about the Northeastern University identification card.
Example image of the front of a Husky Card
Trouble accessing your account?
If you are experiencing problems with your library account, please complete the Library Privileges form or email [email protected].
If you are experiencing problems with your Northeastern credentials, please contact Information Technology Services (ITS) by phone at 617-373-4357 or email [email protected].
If you are experiencing problems with your Husky Card, please contact Husky Card Services.