Visiting Researcher Appointment Request

Use this form to request one research visit to the Bishop Payne Library. Requests must be submitted at least 24 hours in advance, and are not confirmed until you receive a response from library staff.

This form arranges access to the library and its collections. Staff can provide a brief orientation and assistance accessing identified materials, subject to availability. Visiting researchers are responsible for identifying relevant materials and conducting their own research.

You can search the catalog in advance of your visit here: https://librarycatalog.vts.edu/

Name

E-Mail Address

What day would you like to visit BPL?

Anticipated Arrival Time

Please provide your expected arrival time so staff can arrange building access.

Describe your research project

Please use this field to describe the project you'd like to work on during your visit. Please provide sufficient detail for library staff to better understand your research needs.

Which specific library materials do you plan to consult?

List relevant titles, authors, call numbers, catalog records, archival collection names, or finding aids. Requests that do not identify a specific need to use BPL collections may require additional information before approval.

Are you affiliated with another academic institution?

Yes

Enter the name of the institution and describe your affiliation

This question is for testing whether or not you are a human visitor and to prevent automated spam submissions.