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Surviving Spouses of Emeritus or Retired KU Faculty


The following documentation is required to apply for a KU Library Borrower Card:

  • A currently valid photo ID card, preferably a state issued driver’s license or photo ID.
  • Completion of the KU Library Borrower Card Application Form.
  • Upon confirmation of status as a surviving spouse of an Emeritus or Retired KU Faculty member, the card will be issued without charge.  Note that library staff can most easily accomplish confirmation of your status between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday.  At other times, there may be delays.
  • Renewal of the card for another year requires completing the KU Library Borrower Card Application Form in order to confirm the postal and/or email addresses.


See Basic Library Services for a description of services available to Surviving Spouses of Emeritus or Retired KU Faculty.  See KU Library Borrower Card for information about how to apply for and purchase a card.