Circulation
The Library welcomes Southwest Minnesota State University students, faculty and staff, as well as community members and retired SMSU employees.
Circulation periods and overdue charges for materials and Equipment
| Materials/Equipment | Loan period/Students | Loan period/Faculty & Staff | Renewable? | Non-refundable fee | Replacement fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Books | 45 days | 120 Days | Yes | $10 | Replacement cost |
| Maps | 45 days | 120 Days | Yes | $10 | Replacement cost |
| Journals/ Magazines | Do not circulate | Do not circulate | n/a | $10 | n/a |
| Audio and Video | 45 days | 120 Days | Yes | $10 | Replacement cost |
| Reserves | Varies 2 hr - 1 wk | Varies 2 hours - 1 week | No | $10 | Replacement cost |
| Interlibrary Loan | Determined by lending library | $12 | Replacement cost | ||
Circulation periods and overdue charges for equipment
| Materials/Equipment | Loan period/Students & Staff | Loan Period/Faculty | Renewable? | Non-Refundable fee | Replacement fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Laptops | 4 Hours In Library use only |
4 Hours In Library use only |
No | $10 | Replacement cost |
| Headphones | 1 day On campus use only |
1 day On campus use only |
No | $10 | Replacement cost |
| Media Carts | 1 day On campus use only |
1 day On campus use only |
No | $10 | Replacement cost |
| Digital Camera | 1 day | 1 day | No | $10 | Replacement cost |
| CD, Cassette Players | 1 day | 1 day | No | $10 | Replacement cost |
All fees are billed and paid through the SMSU Business Office.
Renewable items can be renewed once and will automatically be renewed if the item does not have a hold. Items through Interlibrary Loan may be renewed only upon approval of the lending library. Renewal requests can be made online through your library account.
Not a student, staff or faculty member at SMSU? Find information on using the Library by following these links if you are either a community member or a retired SMSU employee.
Ask at the Circulation Desk for assistance with these services.
Fax Machine: $1.00 per fax sent or received
Copy machines: $.10 per page black/white; $.25 per page color
Laminating: $1 per running foot
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