Policies

Food and Drink

Drinks with secure lids (e.g., water bottles, travel mugs) are allowed. Food may ONLY be consumed in:

• Searle Reading Room
• First-floor study area (under the mezzanine) 

Social events with food are not allowed. Please help keep our spaces clean by disposing of waste properly.

Animals

Service animals, as described in ADA guidelines and Northwestern's Service, Assistance, and Other Animals at Northwestern policy, are permitted in the library.

If you have questions please contact the Office of Civil Rights.

Collections Philosophy

For information on the principles that guide how we manage our collection, read our collections philosophy.

Appropriate Use of Electronic Resources

Please review our Appropriate Use of Electronic Resources policies, which govern the use of electronic resources provided by Galter and Northwestern University Libraries.