Reserves
Course Reserves
Instructors can place items related to their course curriculum in the Course Reserves collection. Students can visit the library to borrow the material. The items can be from the instructor’s personal collection or the library collection. Media formats that can be reserved include:
- Photocopies of journal articles or book chapters: Each page and/or set must be numbered and copyright compliant
- Books
- Video or other multimedia: Include viewing instructions before sending the DVD to the library
On this page:
How to Place an Item on Reserve
Reserves Request Form
- Online Reserve Request Form
- Download the Reserve Request Form (88KB Word .doc) to drop off in person
Frequently Asked Questions
Only the instructor of the course may request to put an item on reserve.
Items in the library collection or items directly related to the course curriculum may be placed on reserve at the circulation desk. You cannot place required textbooks.
- Photocopies of journal articles or book chapters: Each page and/or set must be numbered and copyright compliant
- Video: Include viewing instructions before sending the DVD to the library
- Supplemental books
- Personal books
If you request a library item that is currently checked out, the request will be on hold. When the item is returned, we will place it on reserve and notify you.
For up to 2 weeks or, with the approval of the Library Director, up to the duration of the course.
Item(s) must be delivered to the Library at least 24-48 hours before students are notified that the item is ready for use.
We will return your item(s) at the end of the reserve period.
Students can view reserves on the library catalog. You can share this video tutorial on how to find items on reserve with your students.