174.1 Interlibrary Loans

174.1 Interlibrary Loans

A. Background

The libraries of Furman University, like all libraries, cannot afford to purchase all the resources needed by its patrons. Therefore, the library participates in an active resource sharing, interlibrary loan (ILL), program with libraries throughout the world.

B. Policy

The libraries will request within the limits of internationally accepted policies and laws any items not owned by the Furman University libraries. The service is provided for current faculty, staff and students of Furman University.

C. Guidelines

1. Interlibrary Loans are subject to any special regulations imposed by the lending library (i.e. loan period, renewals.)

2. Standard interlibrary loan service is provided free of charge to current Furman faculty, staff and students. A ten dollar ($10) per item fee will be charged for all rush requests (requests needed within forty-eight (48) hours).

3. Interlibrary loan requests should be made via the online request form on the library webpage. Rush requests must be brought to the attention of the ILL/Document Delivery staff. Complete and accurate bibliographic information is required for processing interlibrary loan requests.

4. The patron is responsible for items lost or damaged while in his or her possession.

5. Once in possession of the requested item(s), the patron is responsible for observing all copyright restrictions and assumes any liability for copyright violations.

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