EWU libraries are open to the public. However, children under twelve years of age must be accompanied by an adult or have prearranged permission from the senior staff member on duty. Borrowing privileges and other library services are limited to the following users:

(1) Current students, faculty, staff and trustees;

(2) Eligible users through the Orbis Cascade Alliance or through other reciprocal agreements;

(3) Other libraries through interlibrary loans;

(4) Emeriti faculty;

(5) Spokane-area residents, not affiliated with EWU, who obtain a community member borrower's card;

(6) Other individuals as determined by the dean of libraries;

(7) Children between twelve and seventeen years of age may be issued a borrower's card provided the card is co-signed by the child's parent or guardian.