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Alumni Research Guide

New School Libraries Access

Alumni may visit New School Library locations in person. Off-campus access to library resources are not available. 

 

Library Privileges

  • Browse and read books, periodicals, and other items in onsite library collections*
  • Computers (please be mindful of current students and limit use when people are waiting)
  • Most library databases - this does not include databases which require individual credentials to access, such as WGSN
  • Printing, with purchase of a printing card
  • Wifi
  • Research help via Ask Us
  • Need to return books? See our website for locations and hours as well as book drop locations. Contact us at libhelp@newschool.edu for assistance. 

Not Included

  • Borrowing books and other items
  • Remote access to library databases
  • Library databases such as WGSN, LinkedIn Learning, and Refworks that are limited to current New School students and faculty**
  • Access to Consortium libraries (NYU, Cooper Union, New York School of Interior Design)
  • Access for unaccompanied friends, family, or coworkers

*Ask Us for access to New School items from our offsite facility

**Alumni, if you need references in RefWorks after you graduate, be sure to export them!

Open Access (OA)

Open Access (OA) 

This guide is here to define Open Access (OA), how to find OA content, and tips for publishing OA.

Open Educational Resources (OER)

Open Educational Resources (OER)

The New School Libraries maintains a research guide for Open Educational Resources. Please view this guide to discover research resources that are open to all.

New York Public Library

If you live, work, or go to school in New York State, you're eligible for a New York Public Library card!

NYPL's research libraries and branch libraries offer unparalleled physical and digital resources for researchers, readers, viewers, and listeners. Learn more about NYPL's research collections and centers. 

Remote resources are available! See this guide on Remote Resources for College Students to learn more.   

 

Live outside of New York? Don't forget to check about public library access near your home.