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- How do I borrow a book from the library?
First time borrowers may need to:
- confirm existing Library system information
- provide proof of school registration
- provide student identification number (or "C" number).
- How many books may I borrow at one time? How long can I keep a book?
Up to 5 books can be checked out at any one time. Books are checked out for 2 weeks at a time. A book may be renewed unless another patron has placed a hold on it. Books may not be checked out over semester breaks unless you are registered for classes for the following semester.
- Can I return books to any Ivy Tech Library?
All items must be returned to the Muncie Shafer Library.
- How do I renew a book?
Books may be renewed in one of 3 ways:
- Visit the library in person.
- Call your campus library:
- Go to IvyCat and follow these directions:
- Click on Ivy Cat (the library catalog)
- Click on "My Account" tab at the top of the screen
- Sign in using your Ivy Tech Id number (C number) and your last name
- Click the box to the left of each item to be renewed
- Click on the "Renew Items" button (A new due date will appear to the right of each title renewed). If your items are not renewable, your renewal limit has been reached. Please return the book to the library.
- Are there fines for overdue, damaged, or lost books?
A book that is 15 – 28 days overdue will have a $3.00 fine assessed. Books that are returned 29 or more days late are considered lost and will each incur a $5.00 overdue fine. If a book is lost or heavily damaged, you will be charged the replacement cost of the book. If the book is no longer available for replacement purchase, the minimum charge is $45.00. Fines and/or fees are paid at the Bursar’s Office. PLEASE NOTE: If you fail to pay your fines and/or fees, your borrowing privileges will be suspended and you will not be able to register for classes, graduate, or get a copy of your transcripts until your account is paid-in-full.
- If you don't have the book I need, can you get it? Books and journal articles not available in our library may be requested from other libraries through Interlibrary Loan. The delivery time varies and could take between a few days to 2 weeks. Please contact Dennis Everette at 765-289-2291, ext. 1792 or deverette@ivytech.edu for this service.
