Who can borrow from Lovejoy Library?
Can someone else borrow library materials for me?
What types of library materials can I borrow?
Where do I check out library materials?
How long can I keep library materials?
Where do I return library materials?
Can I renew my library materials?
What if my library materials are overdue?
What happens if my borrowing privileges are suspended?
What if I damage my library materials?
What if an item I have borrowed is recalled? What does “recall” mean?
What if I can’t find the book I want on the shelf?
Who can borrow from Lovejoy Library?
* Current faculty, students, and staff of SIUE and other CARLI institutions, courtesy and affiliate borrowers, including members of the SIUE Alumni Association and the Friends of Lovejoy Library.
* If you would like to become a borrower, please contact Access Services at 618-650-2172.
* Your ID card from SIUE or another CARLI institution functions as your library card. You must have it with you to borrow. Courtesy and affiliate borrowers need the appropriate borrower authorization and a driver's license or other picture ID.
* Please make sure we have your current address on file.
Can someone else borrow library materials for me?
* Lending of ID cards is not permitted. You must present your own ID to borrow. The owner of the ID is responsible for all materials borrowed with it.
* Faculty members may request proxy privileges by placing a Proxy Borrower Authorization form on file at the Circulation Desk. The designated proxy must be an SIUE student or employee.
* Lost ID cards should be reported immediately to the Library Circulation Desk at 618-650-2172 and to the Service Center at 618-650-2080 or servicecenter@siue.edu.
What types of library materials can I borrow?
* Most library materials can be checked out, including maps, documents, records, audio CDs, course reserve materials, and books.
* Periodicals may be checked out by faculty only.
Where do I check out library materials?
* All library materials are checked out at the Circulation Desk on the 1st floor of Lovejoy Library.
How long can I keep library materials?
* Loan periods are posted at the Circulation Desk and vary depending on the type of material and the type of borrower.
* Most books circulate to undergraduate students and staff for 4 weeks; to graduate students for 8 weeks; and to faculty for 16 weeks.
* Browsing Collection books (current releases) have a 4 week loan period for all borrower groups.
* Due dates are stamped on all materials, and borrowers are responsible for returning items on time.
Where do I return library materials?
* When the Library is open, please return library materials in the Return slot at the front of the Circulation Counter. After hours, they may be returned in the book drops located in the front and back of the Library.
* Please do not return records or CDs in the book drops.
* Borrowers may request receipts when items are returned to the Circulation Desk.
Can I renew my library materials?
* Unlimited renewals are available on many library materials.
* Periodicals, course reserves, CDs, special loans, requested items, and recalled items cannot be renewed.
* To renew an item by phone, call the Circulation Desk at 618-650-2172.
* To renew an item online, use the My Account feature of ILLINET Online. When renewing online, always check the due date to be sure the loan was renewed. Items that will not renew must be returned.
What if my library materials are overdue?
* Many overdue items may be renewed without fines. However, when applicable, fines are assessed as follows:
o Audio Visual hardware/software - $5.00 per day per item.
o Browsing books - $1.00/day
o Periodicals - $1.00/day
o Recalled items - $1.00/day from new due date
o Reserve items - $1.00/day or $1.00/hour
o Special loans - $1.00/day
o Laptop computers and network cards - $20.00/hour
* If an item is 30 days overdue, unpaid fines and replacement costs are transferred to the Bursar's accounts receivable. A $20.00 non-refundable processing fee is added for each transfer of charges to the Bursar's Office. At this time, borrowing privileges are suspended.
* As a courtesy, the library sends notices to borrowers when materials are overdue. Borrowers are still responsible for assessments incurred even if a notice is not received. Please contact a supervisor at the Circulation Desk immediately at 618-650-2172 if an overdue notice or library bill appears to be incorrect.
What happens if my borrowing privileges are suspended?
* If your borrowing privileges are suspended, you cannot use My Account or borrow material from Lovejoy Library, through Interlibrary Loan, or from other ILLINET Online member libraries.
* Suspended borrowing privileges are reinstated upon return or renewal of the overdue items and payment of the appropriate fees, fines, or replacement costs. Reinstatement of borrowing privileges requires 48 hours.
* Refunds for replacement charges may be given within 90 days of payment, if the material is returned undamaged. Refunds require 48 hours and may be credited to a Bursar's account.
What if I damage my library materials?
* The cost to repair or replace damaged materials is charged to the borrower upon return of the item.
* Please bring damaged items to the Circulation Desk as soon as possible. In some cases prompt attention to damages may reduce repair charges.
* Please do not attempt to make repairs yourself.
What if an item I have borrowed is recalled? What does “recall” mean?
* After you have had an item for 14 days it may be recalled to the Library for use by another patron, course reserves, or other reasons.
* The original loan period will be shortened and a new due date will be assigned.
* You will receive a recall notice informing you of the change.
* Items not returned by the new due date are assessed a fine of $1.00 per day until the item is returned plus replacement charges and a processing fee.
* Items needed for Course Reserves are subject to immediate recall and must be returned within seven days of the recall notice date.
What if I can’t find the book I want on the shelf?
* Ask for help at the Information Desk. They may request a special search for you. Special searches help library staff monitor collections.