Community & Guest Services
All visitors to the library may use our collections while on site and receive basic library research assistance. Using a computer or audiovisual materials requires a valid photo ID. For research related to LaBudde Special Collections, Marr Sound Archives, or UMKC University Archives, contact those departments directly.
Guest Borrower Program
Guest Borrower Program
Guests of the library who are at least 18 years old and wish to check out library materials may join the Guest Borrower Program. Join at the Miller Nichols Library first floor service desk.
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Guest Computer Use
Guest Computer Use
Visitors to Miller Nichols Library may visit the first floor service desk for a 2-hour guest login to a computer. Valid photo ID required.
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UMKC Alumni Association
UMKC Alumni Assoc
Contributing members of the UMKC Alumni Assoc can check out items at the library. Contact alumni@umkc.edu to request that they notify us, then visit the first floor service desk to set up your Guest Borrower account.
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SPARK
SPARK
Members of UMKC SPARK can check out materials. Show your SPARK card at the Miller Nichols Library first floor service desk to get a Guest Borrower account (check out up to 5 items).
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Retired Faculty & Staff
Retired Faculty & Staff
Retired UMKC faculty and staff have library privileges, with some restrictions.
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Reciprocal Borrowing
Reciprocal Borrowing
Students, faculty, and staff of surrounding colleges and at MOBIUS member libraries are eligible for Reciprocal Borrowing with other libraries. Most colleges in the area are participants. University ID is required.
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High School Students
High School Students
Area high school students enrolled in the High School College Partnerships program can also arrange to check out books.
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Courtesy Card Programs
Courtesy Card Programs
Provides direct on-site borrowing privileges for students, faculty and staff at participating academic/research libraries in the Kansas City area.
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Contact Circulation Services for more information
- (816) 235-1526
- circulation@umkc.edu
