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Research Assistant Borrowing Privileges Card

Research Assistant borrowing privileges are available to eligible library users who are conducting research for a Harvard University teaching faculty member, or who may need to borrow books on behalf of a Harvard University teaching faculty member.

Rules and limitations

• The Research Assistant Borrowing Privileges Card is valid at most Harvard University libraries.
• These privileges are meant exclusively for individuals performing work on behalf of a faculty member and are not for personal use.
• A maximum of three individuals are eligible to be assigned as Research Assistant to a faculty member at one time.
• The Research Assistant card acts as a proxy for the faculty member, therefore loan periods mirror those that would be extended to the faculty member.
• The faculty member is responsible for all recall, recall fines, and any lost books charged by the proxy Research Assistant.
• Loan periods for borrowing, renewals, overdue fines, use of reserves, and other regulations are set by the individual libraries where this card is valid.

Fees

• A $5 fee is assessed for the issuance of the Research Assistant Borrowing Privileges Card.

To apply for a new Research Assistant Borrowing Privileges Card

• Complete and sign the Application for Research Assistant Library Borrower's Card and the HCL Patron Agreement.
• Bring these forms in person to the Library Privileges Office, Widener Library, Room 130, Monday–Friday, 9 am–4:45 pm.
• Bring a payment of $5 for issuance of the ID card.

Your ID card will be mailed to your campus or local address within five business days. If you prefer to pick up your ID card from the HUID office, please inform the Privileges staff when you apply.

To renew an expired Research Assistant Borrowing Privileges Card

• Complete and sign the Application for Renewal of Research Assistant Library Borrower's Card and the HCL Patron Agreement.
• Mail these forms, along with a payment of $5 for the ID card, to the Library Privileges Office, Widener Library, Room 130, Harvard University, Cambridge, MA 02138. (You only need to apply in person if you wish to pick up your card from the HUID office.)

Your renewed ID card will be mailed to your campus or local address within five business days. If you prefer to pick up your card from the HUID office, you must apply in person at the Library Privileges Office with your completed form and check. Hours of operation are Monday–Friday, 9 am–4:45 pm.