The library is the heart of our college community. In addition to the physical and online resources, the librarians, professional staff and student workers contribute to college life and student achievement. Learn about all the resources available to help you succeed in college.
Research Support
Library Services
Interlibrary Loan
Interlibrary Loan is a cooperative program through which libraries make materials from their collections available to other users. UNH students, faculty and staff are eligible to use this service, which allows you to request books, videos, articles, reports and more.
REQUEST AN ITEM FROM ANOTHER LIBRARY
On-campus Computers and Printing
For local students, the Learning Commons houses desktop computers and offers laptops for students, faculty and staff to check out. We also provide a Windows workstation for Manchester community members, UNH alumni and other visitors, with a limit of one hour per day for each guest.
Printing
You can print to any student print station on campus from your personal device. Log in to https://papercut-account.unh.edu:9192/user, select “web print” from the left column of the page, and follow the on-screen instructions to upload your document. Once your document is in the queue, log in to a printer kiosk to print.
Scanning
A self-service scanner is located across from the Learning Commons Help Desk. Scans can be saved to USB flash drive or emailed. When emailing, we recommend no more than 25 pages per PDF file.
Museum Passes
The library currently has memberships to the museums listed below. Outlined are the benefits of membership and the procedures for checking out each of the passes. Any patron with a valid UNH Manchester library card is eligible to borrow museum passes.
Please read carefully, procedures vary for each museum.
Currier Museum of Art
150 Ash St, Manchester, NH 03104 | (603) 669-6144 | currier.org
Present your UNH Manchester ID at the Visitor Services desk for unlimited free access* to the Currier galleries.
FOR STUDENTS:
- Access to the art research library during public hours
- Discounted admission to concerts
- Free admission to all public programs
FOR FACULTY AND STAFF:
- Access to the art research library during public hours
- Discounted admission to concerts
- Free admission to all public programs
- Mailings from the Education Department
- Discounted fees for workshops
- Invitation to the annual Educators Reception
*Does not include the Zimmerman House or admission to special ticketed exhibitions, member events or member discounts at the gift shop
Museum of Fine Arts
465 Huntington Ave, Boston, MA 02115 | (617) 267-9300 | mfa.org
UNH Manchester students get free admission with a valid student ID, as well as student-priced tickets to public programs and a 10 percent discount on purchases in the MFA shops. Learn more here.
Alumni and Community
Visitors
While UNH Manchester Library resources and collections are primarily designed to support the curriculum of the University, we also provide select services to the general public.
The library offers information resources and limited use of computers to visitors. Certain resources and services are not available to guests, including document delivery, interlibrary loan, off-premise use of materials, remote access to library databases and computing labs.
Alumni
If you graduated from UNH, UNH Manchester, DCE, CLL, Granite State College, Keene State College, Plymouth State University or Merrimack Valley College, you are entitled to a free UNH library borrowing card. Bring a photo ID and proof of your current residence (such as a license or bill) to the Circulation Desk.
New Hampshire Resident Borrowers
New Hampshire residents 18 years of age and older are now eligible for a UNH borrower card. With this card, you may borrow books, films, and other materials located at the UNH Manchester Library. Users may also request materials available at the libraries on the Durham campus.
To obtain a card stop by the library with:
• A valid NH Driver’s license, or
• A picture ID with a utility bill with a NH address
• Borrowers will be asked to supply their contact information, including their phone number and email address.
The NH Resident Borrower card does not give you access to: 1) materials owned by other libraries beyond UNH (interlibrary loan), 2) laptops; 3) Reserve materials; 4) access to online databases and journals from your home; 5) UNH School of Law Library.
Frequently Asked Questions
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How do I get a library card?
For students, your UNH Manchester ID is your library card. UNH alumni and Manchester residents can also obtain a library card.
How many books or movies can I check out at one time?
Read and watch to your heart's content: There is no checkout limit!
How do I get books from the Durham campus?
One of our librarians can order books and films from Durham campus for you. Simply fill out this form, or contact us at (603) 641-4173.
How can I add funds to my Cat’s Cache account?
You can only add money to Cat’s Cache electronically. To add to your account, follow the directions on this webpage. Click “Order Cat’s Cache Online,” and follow the directions. Please note that you must have funds in your Cat’s Cache account to print on campus.