Gustavus A. Pfeiffer Physics Library

For the Spring 2021 semester, the Gustavus A. Physics Library will remain closed to users.
- All Danforth Campus circulating physical materials are available via a curbside pickup-style service at Olin Library. See our Curbside Pickup page for full details.
- Visit our Remote Resources and Guidance page for details about how to access our extensive remote services and additional digital content available during this time.
- Visit our COVID-19 Updates and Resources page for additional information.
The Gustavus A. Pfeiffer Physics Library aims to support the information and research needs of those in the Department of Physics and the general university community as part of the Washington University Libraries. The Physics Library has a core collection of reference and reserve books to support our teaching and research as well as two levels of study space for either group or individual study.

Physics Databases
Borrowing & Returns
Physics Research Guide
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Contact
- Department
- Gustavus A. Pfeiffer Physics Library
- Name
- Alison Verbeck
- Job Title
- Physics, Astronomy, and Mathematics Librarian
- Email Address
- alison@wustl.edu
- Phone Number
- (314) 935-6215
Technology in the Physics Library
The Physics Library has four computers which provide full internet access and one computer with catalog only access. There are two copy machines. One is reserved for Physics Department faculty, staff, and students. The second copier is for all non-Physics Department people and requires use of your WUSTL card account.
Collections & Resources
Faculty Course Reserves Request
Recommend a Purchase
Directions to the Physics Library
The Physics Library is located on the third floor of Compton Hall.
Gustavus A. Pfeiffer Physics Library
Compton Hall
Room 340
Phone: (314) 935-6215
alison@wustl.edu