Service desks (circulation, tech loan, reference) open later and close earlier than the library itself.
FAQS
What days are the library closed?
- January 20 (Monday): Martin Luther King, Jr.’s Birthday
- February 12 (Wednesday): Lincoln’s Birthday
- February 17 (Monday): Presidents’ Day
If the Circulation Desk is closed, how can I check out a book?
There is a self-checkout machine across from the Circulation Desk and next to the elevator alcove that will work if you have a valid Baruch or CUNY SPS ID card.

What do I do if the Tech Loan Desk is closed?
See if the Circulation Desk (2nd floor) is open and can help:
- They loan out tech items when the Tech Loan Desk is closed
- They can help with renewing loan periods for borrowed materials
- stop by in person or call them at (646) 312-1660 or email them at circulation@baruch.cuny.edu
What does "circ desk only" mean on the library hours?
- “circ desk only” is posted on those days during Intersession (the days between semesters) when the library is staffed but is closed to all students except for the following service:
- Students who need to return borrowed items (books, calculators, laptops, etc.) or who need to clear fines from their account, may stop by the circulation desk from 9 am – 5 pm.
- There are no other in-person services available to students in the library on these days (printing, use of study rooms, checking out items, etc.)
- Baruch faculty may enter the library during these days to borrow materials and use other services.