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Alumni & Visitors

Information about the library and resources accessible for alumni and visitors

Getting Started at the Melvin J. Zahnow Library

Visit Us

SVSU is a public university, and members of the public are welcome to use the library. Limited online resources are available for off campus use. Our library staff is ready to assist you with your information needs.

Find up to date library hours and contact information here

Get Your SVSU Zahnow Library Card

Stop at the first-floor blue desk just inside the entrance. Bring a piece of valid government issued ID (Michigan driver's license, Michigan state ID, or current US passport) and a guest library card will be issued.  Please note that some physical items and library services cannot be provided to guest users, including alumni. 

Computer Use

Please see a staff member at the front desk if you wish to use a computer.

Online resources available to the public

Michigan e-Library ("MeL") 

This statewide service provides Michigan residents with a variety of online resources for all ages and has as a component, MeLCat, a statewide delivery system for print items and some audiovisual materials. You must have a Michigan driver's license or state ID to use these resources. 

Databases

Available databases for visitors and alumni off campus are hereThe databases in the list are freely available (websites, government databases, etc.). 

Also available to current members only of the SVSU Alumni Association, JSTOR access is available for off campus access and a part of the membership. Please use this link: JSTOR Link for Alumni Association Members

For questions or problems concerning access to the library's online resources, please contact Beth Johns. or Matthew Anderson.