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Northwestern Health Sciences University

Library Resources for Alumni

Northwestern alumni have access to many of our library services and resources after graduation. Use this guide to learn more about how to access resources into the future.

Visiting the Library

Alumni get the highest level of access and service by coming on campus.   There you can:

  • Browse and check out books.
  • Use our computers, including access to licensed databases and e-journals
  • Locate journal articles in print and online
  • Find a quiet space to work 
    • Current students have priority to study rooms

Search for Books

Click here to search our library catalog.  

Rules For Checking Out Books As A Grad

Checking Out Books As A Graduate:

  • You will need to create a graduate account at the information desk. You may also do this by phone or email.
  • You will need a photo ID every time you check out any materials.
  • Checkout limit is 10 items at a time. 
  • You will incur replacement charges for long-overdue books.
  • We will not borrow books from other libraries for graduates.  

Databases Accessible On-Campus