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Alumni Library Priviledges

Alumni Library Services

Once a BRONC, always a BRONC. Welcome, Alumni! Discover the library resources, services, and support available to you long after graduation.

 

Your journey with Rider University doesn’t end at graduation, and neither does your connection to the library. We are proud to support your journey of lifelong learning, professional development, and personal enrichment.

This page is your guide to the valuable library services and resources available to you as a graduate of Rider University.

Borrowing Privileges

As an alumnus/a, you are eligible for borrowing privileges at University Library.  Check out books, media, and other items from our physical collections for up to 28 days, 5 items at a time (NOTE: Borrowing from Talbott Music Collection is restricted to Friends of the Library). To get started, you will need an Alumni card. You can obtain your card by visiting https://www.rider.edu/alumni/benefits, then Apply for Alumni Borrowing Card to begin borrowing from University Library.  

Apply for Alumni Borrowing Card »

Visiting the Library

Alumni are welcome to use library spaces during standard operating hours. Public computers are available for on-site access to all digital resources, job searching, and general use. You also have access to complementary Wi-Fi to connect your device to Rider's guest network. During your visit, get help from our Research Support Librarians, who are available in-person or via phone, email, or chat.

Plan Your Visit

  • Hours: https://rider.libcal.com/hours/

  • Parking: Visitor parking or dedicated visitor parking is located along White Pines across from the large BLC lot as indicated by signs. It is accessible via the entrance/exit at the stop sign at the corner of the BLC before heading to the back of campus. Only visitors may park in that lot. Students are not permitted to park in the Visitor's Lot. All vehicles parking in the Visitor's Lot should be registered with Public Safety and be issued a temporary parking pass. Additional visitor parking is available in open parking lots as described in the bullet above.

  • Location: Get directions by using Google Maps from your location to the F. Moore Library Building.

Archives & Special Collections

Alumni are invited to explore Rider and Westminster's Choir College unique history.  Our archives and special collections are available by appointment.  

 Become a Friend

Become a Friend to play an important role in providing funding support for the University Library. Enjoy the special privilege of borrowing from the Talbott Music Collection and its Performance Collection while enjoying regular programs  and unique opportunities to participate in events.

Become a Friend TODAY»

Donate Materials

We welcome gifts that align with the Rider University mission and the Rider curriculum.  If you have a large donation, please contact Sharon Whitfield, Dean of the Library, at swhitfield@rider.edu.

Read our Gift Policy »

Contact Us

University Library
P: (609) 896-5113
E: reference@rider.edu