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Obtaining Guest Borrower Privileges

Guest borrowing privileges at the CCSU Library are available to Connecticut residents who are over 18 years of age and out of high school. A valid Connecticut driver's license must be presented when applying for a card. Upon application, a card will be mailed to you within five (5) working days. Cards will not be issued to anyone who has outstanding Library or University charges.

Please note: NO CARDS WILL BE ISSUED AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION.

Loan periods for materials / Circulation Policy

Loan period:
Four weeks for books in the general collection. All Music CD's, videos, DVD's, picture books for two weeks with no renewals. Computer software for one week with no renewals.
Limit - 15 books, 5 Curriculum Lab videos or computer software packages.
Renewals:
Books may be renewed one time only, if not requested by another patron. Materials may be brought to the library to be renewed or are renewable online.
Recalls:
Any book may be recalled after 2 weeks if another patron has requested it.
Holds:
You may place a hold on any book in the CCSU collection not found on the shelf.
Overdue Materials:
As a courtesy to borrowers, an overdue reminder will be sent when books are 30 days overdue. A final notice will be mailed after 60 days. Failure to return materials after receipt of the final notice will result in the account being turned over to the University's Bursar for collection.
Charges:
Overdue books - 10 cents per day, per item. Maximum of $10.00 per item. Computer software fines are $1.00 per day, per item, up to a maximum of $25.00 for each item.
Lost Books:
In print books - the replacement cost of the book plus a $25.00 processing fee. Out of print books - $75.00 for hardcover, $50.00 for paperback.

The Library reserves the right to withdraw borrowing privileges at any time.  

CONSULS Resource Sharing / Interlibrary Loan

Guest borrowers do not have CONSULS Resource Sharing or Interlibrary Loan privileges.  Guest borrowers with public library cards must utilize their town libraries to obtain Interlibrary Loan services.

Computer Use

Most computers in the building require a CCSU BlueNet ID for logon; however, there are a few Citrix terminals on each floor that do not require a logon. These public access terminals have Internet access and the full complement of subscription databases and E-journal collections. Visitors and guest borrowers may use subscription databases, etc. within the library but are not entitled to remote access.

Printing and Photocopying

Visitors may photocopy library materials or print from computers in the building. The cost for both services is .10 per page. Since there are no coin-operated copiers in the building, visitors must purchase a guest BlueChip card from the vending machine located on the Main Level of the building to pay for printing and photocopying.