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A Place to Research

The Suzzallo and Allen Libraries are a main research hub for the university.

Explore Get Research Assistance Information for Guest Researchers

Library Books on Shelf-Closeup

Image courtesy of Curtis Cronn

 

EXPLORE THE COLLECTIONS


Here, you can explore the libraries’ world-class collections of more than 60 miles of shelves of research and archival materials.

  • Research literature spanning the humanities and natural, physical, and social sciences
  • Materials in the languages from every continent.

 

Suzz Reference Desk

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GET IN-PERSON RESEARCH ASSISTANCE


Give your research a boost by tapping into the rich expertise of Suzzallo and Allen Libraries’ professional librarians and staff.

Reading Room

Image courtesy of Curtis Cronn

ARE YOU A GUEST RESEARCHER?


Suzzallo and Allen Libraries, like the other libraries within the University of Washington Libraries system, have many services available for visiting researchers unaffiliated with the University of Washington.

  • Ask about complimentary WiFi access at any service desk (photo ID required.)
  • Guest Research Stations (in various locations on Suzzallo 1st and ground floors and the Allen lobby) :
    • Provides access to all the Libraries online resources
    • Does not provide full-internet access
  • Get a Borrower’s Card at Library Account Services on the first floor of Suzzallo.