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Auxiliary Microfilm Retrieval

In the Libraries catalog you may see the location “Auxiliary Microfilm.” These microfilm collections are kept in an off-campus facility because they are available online. Please access the item that you need through the online microfilm collection:

Resources identified as UW Restricted: anyone can visit a UW library to access the database, but only current UW students, faculty, and staff can access them from off campus.

If you still need to use the microfilm format of one of these collections, please request it by visiting or calling Government Publications, Maps, Microforms & Newspapers.

206-543-4164
Suzzallo LibraryGround floor

The material will be available in 1-3 business days. Items will be held on the Government Publications, Maps, Microforms & Newspapers Courtesy Hold Shelf for 7 business days. If you provided your email address when you submitted the request, you will be sent a notice when the item is available; others should call 206-543-4164 to check on the status of their requests.