How to Access Special Collections and Archives Collections

Start Your Research with Primary Sources. Curious about working with original materials for your papers or projects? This quick workshop will show you how to set up an account, search for items in the collections, request materials, and book an appointment. It’s a great way to learn the basics and feel confident using primary sources in your research.

This session will be presented hybrid, both in person at the Deering Library and online via Zoom, by Catie Huggins, Public Services Coordinator for McCormick Library. Register to receive location and connection information.

Northwestern University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for all events and programs. Accommodations such as sign language interpreters and accessible presentation materials in alternate formats are provided upon request. Please contact Anne Sticksel at amsticksel@northwestern.edu or 847-491-2922 by Thursday, January 8, 2026.

Every reasonable effort will be made to implement accommodations in an effective and timely manner.