Harold B. Lee Library

Using the Reading Room

This page contains information about using the Special Collections Reading Room, handling Special Collections materials and reproduction services.

Before using any materials for the first time, students, faculty or guests must complete a Reading Privilege Request Form. The form must be completed annually in order to update personal information and to declare changes in research interests.

Advanced Reading Privileges
Advanced Reading Privileges grant access to all previous mentioned collections, plus rare book collections, the manuscript collections, photograph collections and vault materials. The Advanced Reading process requires completing the form, reading carefully the stipulation of use, and requesting an on-site interview with a Special Collection curator. This process allows patrons access to some of the university’s most outstanding academic and research materials.