Accessibility

The Barnard Library and Archives are committed to providing access to their collections, resources, and to all library users, including people with disabilities.

Please reach out to us if you need any assistance in using the Library or the Archives or if your needs are not met by the policies and procedures described here. Where possible, we will update our policies and procedures to support your access to Barnard Library.

You may reach us at the Virtual Circulation & Help Desk or at library@barnard.edu.

Building Access & Reserved Seating

The only currently open entrance to the Milstein Center for Teaching and Learning (from the center of campus) is level and accessible with power-assisted doors. There is elevator access to all currently-open floors of the building.

Currently, Barnard Library seating is open only to current Barnard and Columbia students, faculty, and staff. There are adjustable height carrels on floors 2 and 3 as well as an adjustable-height computer station (UNI login) on the 2nd floor of the Milstein Center for Teaching and Learning. The PawPrint stations are currently on floors 1,2 and 3, and now function only by ID tap.

Collections Access & Research Consultations

Collections are currently accessible by Pick-Up service or by Scan request.

Barnard Personal Librarians invite virtual appointments for research support and inquiries about alternative formats. We currently collect books in audio, electronic, and print formats.