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Reference Desk

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risdlib@risd.edu

Reference Blog

drop ins and appointments are welcome

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Logging In

To log in off campus go to library.risd.edu.  Click on a databases under resources. Once you click on a database you will be prompted for your name (as it is on your RISD ID) and your barcode number (the 14 digit number on the back of your RISD ID).

Log in to the online catalog to renew items and place holds on items.  You can also opt in to your reading list, rate items, and save preferred searches.

                                      
                           Library Circulation & Reserves Desk

• Activate your Library Account

All new students must activate their Library Account by physically
coming in to the library

 Activate your Library Account at the Circulation Desk

Your RISD ID acts as your library card - bring it with you when you want to check out items

Your RISD Library Account allows you off campus access to the library's 35+ subscription Databases

Your RISD Library Account allows you entrance to and borrowing privileges
at Brown Library and the Providence Athenaeum Library

 All returning students and staff must re-activate their library account each academic year