First research visit of the school year?
Save time and complete your patron form online!
Appointments requests can also be sent by email to spec@wumail.wustl.edu
Appointments to use materials are available Monday-Friday, between 9:00am-4:00pm, and the department closes at 5:00pm.
- Please let us know when you would like an appointment and we will confirm the availability of your preferred date and time.
- You will receive a confirmation email that your appointment was booked. If you are not contacted prior to your visit, please call us at 314-935-5495
Information needed to schedule an appointment:
- list of items you want to use (up to 6 books or boxes per day) giving the complete citation
- Book author, title and call number (listed in the Classic Catalog)
- Collection title, ID, series, sub-series (if listed) and box number (listed in the ASpace Finding Aid)
- the DATE you want to visit, along with start and end times.
Please remember:
- Usually a few days in advance (not counting weekends) is enough, but sometimes longer (1-2 weeks) is needed.
- large items, or a/v materials may need special arrangements and longer advanced notice.
