One of the Undergraduate Library s purposes is to function as a teaching library, instructing students how to conduct research on their own. Patrons also use the Undergraduate Library for recreational purposes, such as reading or watching videos for fun. The Library s hours vary depending on the time of year. The Library is open 24 hours during Fall and Spring exam periods. Any resident of the state of Illinois may use UIUC s libraries.
Students present their IDs to check out books.
Residents of Illinois not affiliated with UIUC may obtain a courtesy card by presenting two forms of ID at the Circulation Office in the Main Library during normal business hours and at the Main Circulation Desk at other times. It is comprised of the Main Stacks which houses the majority of the UIUC s collection and various departmental libraries. While undergraduate students may not enter the Stacks, they can search for books on the online catalog, put a request on them, and then pick them up at the Main Circulation Desk. The departmental libraries are open to all library patrons. Yes, orientation tours are held on one day during New Student Week, the week before classes start.