E-mail this pageBorrowing Materials from Feinberg Library
Overview
Library patrons can check out materials at the service desks on the first and second levels. A current SUNY Plattsburgh identification card or Feinberg Library Special Borrower's card is required.
Patrons checking out materials assume personal and financial responsibility for all overdue and/or lost items that are on their account. Never borrow materials for anyone other than yourself.
Due Dates for Borrowed Materials
- Books in the General Collection and Government Documents circulate for 28 days with a maximum of two renewals.
- Records and Compact Discs circulate for 14 days with a maximum of one renewal.
- Videocassettes and DVDs circulate for seven days with a maximum of one renewal.
- Print reserve materials circulate for two hours but must be used in the library.
- Media reserve materials circulate for three hours but must be used in the library.
- Overnight Reserve materials can be taken out of the library overnight but must be checked 1 1/2 hours before closing time and returned within 1 hour of opening time on the following day.
Renewing Materials
Request renewals at the second-level Service Desk in person or by phone. You do not need to have the items with you to request a renewal. The renewal period is the same as the original loan period. You may be denied a renewal if you have any unpaid fines or if another customer has requested one or more of the items.
Is there anything I can't borrow?
Reference materials (dictionaries, indexes, encyclopedias, etc.), Periodicals (journals, magazines, newspapers), some Government Documents and some Media Materials can only be used in the library.
Can I tell if an item is checked out?
Our online catalog provides all the information you need to locate an item and check its availability. To determine the availability of an item, click on the availability link. If an item is listed in the online catalog as available, but you are unable to find the item on the shelves, you should ask for assistance at the second level Service Desk. If the item indicates that it is loaned and you wish to be notified when it is returned, ask our staff to place the item on hold for you. When the item is returned, we will notify you of its availability and hold the item for up to 10 days.
What happens if I return an item late?
Late fees are automatically charged to patron accounts when items are returned. Late fees will revoke your borrowing privileges until the fine is paid and can possibly block your student Banner account. Late fees do not accumulate on days when the library is closed.
How much will I be charged for late fees?
Your account will automatically be charged the following late fees:
- Circulating Materials: 25 cents per day per item (maximum $25.00 per item)
- Reserve Materials: 50 cents per hour (maximum $25.00/item)
- DVDs and Videocassettes: $1.00 per day per item (maximum $25.00/item)
- Interlibrary Loan Books: 25 cents per day per item (maximum $25.00/item)
How much will I be charged for a lost item?
It is expensive to lose library materials. Feinberg library charges your account a replacement and processing fee in addition to the cost to replace the book. The processing fee is $20.00 for each lost item.
What forms of payment are accepted?
We accept cash, check, money order, or credit card (MasterCard, Discover, and Visa) and Cardinal Cash. Dining dollars are not accepted as a form of payment at the library.
Can I return library materials when the Library is closed?
Yes. There is a book return outside the Library on the wall across from the College Center's money machine and another at the Rugar Street entrance to the College Center.
Is it possible to get a list of the items I have out on loan?
The staff at the second level Service desk can print a list of items on your account.
Who should I ask to speak to if I have a problem with my library account?
The staff at the second level Service desk can answer most questions about personal library accounts. Our service desks are often staffed by student employees who may refer you to supervising staff.
Contact Information
If you have questions about borrowing library materials, please ask.
Contact us by telephone at (518) 564-5182.