Visit the Library

We are open to current University of Alaska or Alaska Pacific University students, staff, and faculty.

• UPDATE: Effective August 2, 2021, per University Policy, the use of a face mask is required on all UAA campuses, regardless of vaccination status.
• You MUST have your UA or APU ID and use the card swipe system to enter the building.
• Check the Library Services: COVID-19 page for the most current information before visiting.

Group Study & Collaboration

• Physical distancing is encouraged at all times
• Group study rooms are currently available by reservation
  • Available to groups of 2 or more people
  • May be used by individuals for online courses
• Open areas
  • Great Room
  • Third floor
  • Alaskana and Government Documents sections on the second floor

Quiet Study 

• Individual study rooms are currently available by reservation
  • For silent study only
  • May be used for RPNow and other testing 
• Open areas along curved (east) side of the building on the first and second floors
• Earplugs are available in the vending machine by the Main Circulation Desk

Graduate Study Rooms (Carrels)

• Open to UAA/APU students enrolled in graduate level programs
• Available for individual study for a full semester
• More information

See Building Floor Maps or a staff member for assistance finding these areas.

Note: You can charge your devices using outlets in study rooms, in the floor in many areas of the library, and in the charging bar/table near the Alaska Medical Library (2nd floor).

School & Office Supplies

You can purchase the following items from the vending machine near the main Circulation Desk:

• Blue Books & Scantron forms
• Pens, pencils, paper
• Flash drives
• Note cards
• Whiteboard markers
• Headphones
• And more!

Food & Drink 

Please help prevent the spread of COVID-19 by refraining from removing your mask to eat or drink when possible.

Items are held at the Main Circulation Desk for 30 days.

• Car keys, wallets, purses, electronics, and similar items may be transferred to Campus Police (907-786-1120).
• The Library is not responsible for lost items.

This guide is maintained by Lorelei Sterling.