Major periodical indexes, print and online fulltext, are available for most subjects. Microfilm copies of fifty of the more often used titles are received. The LRC is a member of the Northern Illinois Library System. Through the LRC, interlibrary loan may be requested online, through NILS to other system members and directly from other libraries. These loans are, however, restricted to students, faculty, and staff.
Students obtain free cards, renewable each semester.
Free, annually renewable cards are available to college district residents who are at least sixteen years of age. Groups, such as a teacher and class, are encouraged to visit the LRC but should schedule advance arrangements for specific needs and interests. Open shelf books are loaned for a four-week period. One renewal may be requested. Older titles are loaned for a one-week period.