Just like the University of Sydney, the Library will be closed from Wednesday 23 December 2020 to Wednesday 6 January 2021. Here are a few answers to questions you might have about the Library closedown.
When does the Library close?
The Library closes on Tuesday 22 December. Individual libraries and their information desks close at slightly different times (most at 4pm or 5pm that day) – check the exact times on our Library Locations page.
When does the Library reopen?
We’ll be back on Thursday 7 January 2021. You can enter any of our 24/7 spaces (Fisher Library, Law Library, Bosch Commons, Camden Commons or the Quarter) at 8am that day.
All other Library locations (SciTech, Conservatorium of Music and ThinkSpace) open at 10am. We will be returning to our standard out-of-semester hours in January.
Can I enter any Library spaces with my swipe card?
No. All of the Library’s physical locations are closed during this time.
What if I need to return an item?
All borrowed items with due dates that would have fallen within the closedown have been automatically renewed to 7 January 2021, when we reopen.
If you still want to return an item during the closedown, you can do so via our external returns chute in the Fisher or SciTech Library.
Can I use the Library website?
Definitely! If you are a current student or staff member of the University of Sydney, your membership of the Library provides access to our extensive online collections, electronic resources and databases. You can also reserve or renew items.
Can I contact Library staff?
Not during the closedown, as we’re on holiday too. We will respond to queries after 7 January 2021, when we return.
If you need something urgent during this time, please contact Campus Security who may be able to provide assistance during the closedown.
Does the Library have anything exciting planned in 2021?
Yes we do! For starters, we’ll be running the biggest Welcome Week program ever in Semester 1, and launching the new Susan Wakil Health Building Library in February. Be the first to know what’s happening by following us online:
In the meantime, why not listen to our final PeerPod of the year: Episode 19 – PLA Insider – Tips For The Holiday Break! for ideas on what you can do with a summer in Sydney and Australia in general!
From all the Library staff – we wish you a safe and happy holiday and we look forward to seeing you in January.