Conditions of this service are governed by the National Interlibrary Loan Code and the Copyright Law, Title 17, U. S. Code. Average time is a week to ten days. The Department processes requests within three business days of their receipt in the office. If the answer is yes, the patron pays the difference. It is also important to read the copyright statement and sign below it when requesting photocopied material.
Patrons receive their materials more quickly when they fill out forms completely and clearly.
The average loan time for a book or microform is 3 weeks. It is not possible to borrow books for an entire semester to fill reserve requirements for course work, or for any other reason. Patrons may keep photocopies permanently. They may also keep microfiche, depending on which lending institution sends it. Renewals must be requested at least 3 days before the due date on the blue sleeve.