As an Alum, what library privileges do I have?

• You may come to the libraries and use the collections and all the resources, including the subscription databases.

What borrowing privileges do I have?

• You may check out circulating library materials. The usual borrowing period is 3 weeks and a limit of 3 items at any one time, with one renewal period of 3 weeks. A library fine of more than $8.00 results in your borrowing privileges being blocked until the fine is paid. 
• You may not use Interlibrary Loan service, which is available to you through your current college or public library.

What about off campus access?

• Alumni cannot access our databases from off campus, except for the catalog, because of restrictions by our vendors.

How can I borrow from the library?

• Go to the Library Circulation Desk.  They will tell you which office to visit to confirm your alumni status.

How do I access the libraries’ resources in the library?

• All the libraries computers now require username and password logins.  Library staff can assist you with this.  You will then have full access to all the libraries’ resources. 

How do I obtain an Alumna/e card?

• You should make an appointment with the Director of Alumni Relations who will provide you with a card. The Alumni Relations Office is located on the Dobbs Ferry Campus in Verrazanno Hall Room 38. For additional information about the Alumni Relations Office call (914) 674-7774 or email alumni@mercy.edu.

What  else do I need to know?

• For assistance or further questions about library use by alumnae/i please call (914) 674-7256 or email inquiries to libcirc@mercy.edu
• Questions about availability of an item at a branch library may be directed to the specific branch.
  • Bronx - contact (718) 678-8850 or mlee@mercy.edu
  • Manhattan - contact (212) 615-3362 or phollander@mercy.edu
  • White Plains - contact (914) 948-3666 or srao@mercy.edu
  • Yorktown - contact (914) 245-6100 or acameron@mercy.edu