Library | Interlibrary Loan

NOTE: New service begins July 1, 2007!

First, please check our online holdings to make sure we do not already own the item. For books, go to the AUS Library Catalog. For journal articles, if you already know the journal title go to Serials Solutions. If you need help with this, just let the library staff know.

FAQ

Who can use Interlibrary Loan at Antioch?
Only current students, faculty, and staff may request items through this system. The library will not process new requests for patrons with overdue Interlibrary Loan materials. Alumni should use their current educational institution or local public library. Please contact the AUS Library directly if you have some special research needs.

What can I request through Interlibrary Loan?
You can request any items that support your research and educational needs: books, chapters from books, articles, dissertations, DVDs, videos, etc. Requests for leisure reading should be made through your local public library.

How do I request something through Interlibrary Loan?
You must use the form available on our website to request items through Interlibrary Loan. Since all requests are tracked individually, you must submit a separate form for each item requested.

How much does it cost?
Interlibrary loan services are free to authorized library patrons. If you are not able to return items in person you are responsible for postage or shipping fees. All items must be returned to Antioch, not the lending library, so they can be properly cleared from your account.

How many requests can I submit?
We will process up to 10 requests per person per week. If more than 10 requests are submitted, the first 10 will be processed first unless another priority is specified. Your requests will be handled in the order received.

How long does it take?
You should allow two weeks, but it depends on what the item is and where it's coming from. Very often documents arrive electronically, so it might be only a matter of a day or two between the time of your request and its arrival. A notice is sent to your First Class e-mail to let you know documents are ready to download via the web. Physical items, like books, videos, and dissertations, can take longer. Get your requests in as early as possible!

If I am a distance student, how do I get my interlibrary loan items?
Physical items, such as books or videos, can be mailed to you. Select "mail to me" option for delivery when filling out the form. All copies (chapters, articles, etc.) will be available in PDF format for online pickup through your Interlibrary Loan account.

How do I renew Interlibrary Loan materials?
Sorry! We are not able to routinely request renewals on Interlibrary Loan items. Due dates are set by the lending library and can range from 7 days to 6 weeks. Use and return items promptly. Contact the We Deliver! staff if you have questions regarding due dates.

Who can help me with research?
Contact your local campus reference librarians — they are trained to help you find what you need.

Warning Concerning Copyright Restrictions
The copyright law of the United States (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 user 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.

Contact the Library:
206-268-4120
library@antiochseattle.edu