Interlibrary loan
Requests may take 2-4 weeks to arrive.
FAQ
What if I can't wait 2-4 weeks?
We can help you find other materials. Contact the Reference Desk.
How will I receive materials?
We will call or email you when your item is ready for pickup.
Books and photocopies will be sent to the library where the request was originated. Articles will be emailed to you in PDF format.
How long may I keep materials?
The due date is set by the lending library, refer to the paper band attached to the item.
Photocopies are yours to keep.
How can I renew?
Call the Interlibrary Loan department before the item is due. We have to contact the lending library and request a renewal due date.
Overdue fines are set by the lending library.
Are there fees?
Some items may have a loan fee. We will inform you about any fees beforehand.
Copyright Restrictions
Copyright law of the U.S. (Title 17, United States Code) governs the making of photocopies or other reproductions of copyrighted material. Under certain conditions specified in the law, libraries and archives are authorized to furnish a photocopy or other reproduction. One of these specified conditions is that the photocopy or reproduction is not to be "used for any purpose other than private, study, scholarship or research."If a user makes a request for, or later uses, a photocopy or reproduction for purposes in excess of "fair use", that use may be liable for copyright infringement. This institution reserves the right to refuse to accept a copying order if, in its judgment, fulfillment of the order would involve violation of copyright law.