Library Depository Retrieval Facility (LDRF)

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Materials at the LDRF

The Library Depository Retrieval Facility (LDRF) houses Archives & Special Collections, Dinsdale Family Learning Commons (formerly C.Y. Thompson Library) and other general library materials. Learn how to view items at the LDRF and how to request delivery of items housed at the LDRF.

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Archives & Special Collections at LDRF

To best meet your archival research needs, schedule an appointment with Archives & Special Collections staff. 

We can prepare materials for your use at the LDRF Reading Room.

 Schedule a visit to the LDRF Reading Room with Archive/Spec

FAQs

How LDRF Items are Requested and Delivered

Step 1

Search the catalog

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If the item is located at the LDRF, sign in to submit a request for Delivery.

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Step 2

Our staff will pull the item from the shelf, and deliver it to the location you specified.

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Step 3

When you are notified your item is ready, go to your delivery location to check out your materials

Photo of a student checking out a book at an ASKus service desk.