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For Students with Disabilities

Murray Library Services for Students and Staff with Disabilities

Wheelchair Access

Murray Library provides the following accommodations to aid individuals in wheelchairs:

  • Elevator access to both floors of the Library
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom facilities on both floors
  • Some computer stations are built to accommodate wheelchairs. See a librarian for information

Material Retrieval

Library staff will assist in retrieving library materials. Search in Primo, the Library catalog, for books you need and fill out a request form for each book.

  1. Log in: Click "Sign in" at the top-right using your MU username/password.
  2. Search for the item: Find what you need. Must be a physical item held by the library.
  3. Open the item’s page: Click the title to view details.
  4. Request it: Click “Place on Hold.”
  5. Submit: Click the "Send Request" button.

You will receive an email when the items are ready for you to pick up (approximately 24 hours). Requested items can be picked up at the Circulation Desk.

Other Accommodations

  • Photocopying services are available at standard cost on main floor (entrance level).
  • Closed Circuit TV for enlarged images is available on the lower level.

The library staff is always willing to assist students with disabilities in any way possible. A student may stop by the circulation desk to request assistance. If further assistance is needed in addition to the accommodations mentioned, please contact Messiah University Office of Academic Accessibility at 796-5382 or visit the Office of Academic Accessibility webpage for more information.