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Access to materials
Physical materials
All Library spaces are currently operational, but all Library spaces will be closed from Dec. 20 to Jan. 2 for the winter holidays.
Some spaces may close early or open later than Jan. 2, so you may want to check hours before visiting.
Available
Digital materials
A large number of digital items remain available through Virgo: Search Virgo now.
Available
Equipment loan
Equipment like chargers, white board markers, and bike pumps can be requested at circulation desks. A/V equipment is available through the Robertson Media Center. Learn more about equipment and tech at the Library.
The Robertson Media Center will complete equipment updates through early January:
The Audio Studio will close on 12/18 and re-open in a new room in mid-January, and the full RMC will be closed on January 9-10, 2024, for equipment updates.
Available
Instructional and research scanning
Request items in Virgo or contact your subject liaison for assistance.
Available
Interlibrary loan
Please note that interlibrary loan requests for physical deliveries need to be received by Dec. 6 for processing before the winter holidays. Requests for scans (articles) will be processed until Dec. 18.
Requests received after these dates will be processed in the new year.
Learn more about requesting interlibrary loans.
Available
Special Collections
Staff can assist with in-person or remote research. Submit an online Reference Request or plan a visit.
Available
Assistance
Instructional assistance
Request general classroom assistance or course-related Special Collections sessions. See all options for teaching support.
Available
Research consultation
Subject liaisons specialize in materials relevant to certain areas of study and can connect you to Library experts of all kinds.
Available
Spaces
Special Collections Reading Room
Walk-in assistance available. See full hours or plan a visit.
Please note that the Reading Room will be closed from December 20 until January 13, due to winter holidays and spring projects.
Available
Stacks browsing
All Library locations are open for browsing, outside of the winter closure. See full hours and location maps.
Available
All Library alerts
UVA Library closed (all locations) Dec. 21 - Jan. 1
Wishing you and yours a peaceful winter holiday. We'll see you in 2025!
Please note
Library services change around the winter holidays. See all service status and closure information.