Cline Library

Cline Library is at the heart of the NAU experience with resources for research, learning, and creativity. Get access to everything from expert research support to immersive study spaces and advanced multimedia tools.

Cline Library view from Knoles Drive across from the University Union with the San Francisco Peaks in the background.

Cline Library offers the tools, spaces, and support you need to succeed whether you’re researching, creating, studying, or collaborating. Explore a wide range of collections, technology, and personalized services designed to elevate your academic and creative journey.

Learning and study spaces

Find your favorite space to focus, collaborate, or create. From quiet study zones to hands-on labs, the MakerLab, Virtual Reality Studio, and Production Studio offer access to cutting-edge tools like VR equipment, audio/video recording gear, and more, no experience needed.

Explore learning and study spaces

Technology and computing spaces

With the largest computing space on campus, the library offers access to everything you need to stay productive including workstations, Wi-Fi, printing, and scanning.

Borrowing and lending services

Technology lending: Need a laptop or gear for a project? Borrow from our free technology lending service, available to all registered students.

Interlibrary loan: Can’t find what you need? Request it through our free interlibrary loan service—open to all students (including online), faculty, and staff.

Special collections and archives

Our collection includes books, periodicals, videos, sound recordings, and archival materials, with a special focus on the history and culture of the Colorado Plateau.

Archives

Dig into the diverse history of Northern Arizona through rare documents and collections that bring the past to life.

Search digital archives

Search select digitized items online (Note: most content is not yet digitized).

Search physical archives

Arizona Archives Online connects you to 500+ archival collections from institutions across the state.

Get research support

NAU librarians are here to help with research questions, citations, data management, and more. For intellectual property help, visit our Patent and Trademark Resource Center, one of only three in Arizona!

ITS Service Desk

Need tech help? Stop by the first-floor ITS Service Desk for troubleshooting, software support, and hardware repairs. Assistance is also available for the MakerLab and studio services.

Online student services

Online students can access all of Cline Library’s digital tools, from streaming media and 3D printing to writing help, document delivery, and tech support. We also assist with access to other Arizona libraries.

Faculty services

Faculty can count on Cline Library for research support, classroom instruction, document delivery, and information literacy resources.

Carrels and lockers

Need a place to focus or store your stuff? Faculty can check out private carrels for the year and students can reserve lockers by the semester. Available first-come, first-served.

Contact us

Have questions or need support? Call 928-523-2173 or email us at librarians@nau.edu. We’re here to help you succeed from day one!