Library Services for Polytechnic Institute of NYU
Welcome to NYU!
Polytechnic Institute of NYU (formerly Polytechnic University) is now formally affiliated with NYU. (more info)In addition to library services at the Polytechnic Library, Polytechnic students, faculty and staff are entitled to many additional services from NYU Libraries.
Access to NYU Libraries
Poly students, faculty and staff have access to many locations and services at NYU, including Bobst Stacks, the Avery Fisher Center for Music and Media, the libraries of the Courant Institute for Mathematical Sciences (CIMS), the Institute of Fine Arts, and others. Consult the NYU Libraries Access Service Grid for more information.Electronic Resources
Access to NYU's electronic resources is available- Via the Polytechnic Library
- Via NYU Libraries
- On-site at the NYU Bobst and Courant Libraries, and NYU-NET (at NYU via wired or wireless networks)
- From remote locations using your new NYU NetID and password.
FAQ for Polytechnic Institute
- May I borrow books from Bobst Library?
Yes. See Access Grid for more information. - Can I use BobCat to search for books and journals in the Bern Dibner Library?
No. PolyCat is not currently part of BobCat. Search PolyCat - May I use NYU Libraries' Interlibrary Loan?
No. Use Poly Document Delivery form. - May I borrow CDs and videos from the Avery Fisher Center for Music and Media (AFC) at Bobst?
- Poly faculty may borrow videos and CDs. Before coming to AFC, check at AFC to make sure you are registered to borrow videos.
- Poly students, staff may check out videos and CDs for Bobst Library use only.
- May I check out a laptop to use at Bobst?
Yes. Laptops are available for use within the Library in the Bobst Library Computer Center (BLCC) on Lower Level 1. - May I use the wireless network at Bobst?
Yes. You will need to use your NYU (not Poly) NetID and password. Information on how to connect.
