Circulation

The Circulation Departments in both Raynor and Memorial Libraries handle book check-outs and returns, recalls for library material checked-out to another user, and all notices and bills for overdue material.  The Raynor Circulation Desk is located just inside the turnstiles and the Memorial Circulation Desk is located on level 2 next to the Bridge.

• Loan Rules

  View the appropriate category below for specific information.

  • Undergraduate
    
  • Graduate Student
    
  • Faculty/Staff
    
  • Alumnus/Alumna
    
  • Courtesy Cards/Community Borrowers
    

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• Renewals
  • Most library material can be renewed if no other user has requested the material.
  • Books may be brought to the Circulation Desk to be renewed or renewed online at: http://libus.csd.mu.edu Select "View Your Check-out Record" and follow the instructions.
  • Renewals can be made before the due date. (Check the appropriate loan rule for exact timing.)
  • Renewed items receive the same loan period as the original checkout.
    EXCEPTION: -- BROWSING, CHILDREN'S, and CISZEK books can NOT be renewed.
    

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• Recalls
  • All circulating items are subject to recall by another user; the first user is guaranteed 10 days usage. (Material needed for Class Reserve is recallable immediately.) When a recall is issued the original due date is canceled and a new due date is established.
  • The patron with the material is sent a recall notice requesting return of the material within seven days. If the item is not returned within that time, an Overdue Recall notice is sent and borrowing privileges are suspended until the item is returned.
  • Users with recalled items that are more than one week overdue will be billed for the replacement cost of the item plus a non-refundable $25.00 billing fee.
  • Ignoring a recall notice is a serious breach of library etiquette. The recall policy is designed to insure equal access to the collection for all patrons.
  • How to Recall an Item
    • SELF-INITIATED via MARQCAT
      • Search MARQCAT for the needed item.
      • If it's checked out, the status box will display the DUE DATE and there will be a blue button along the top of the screen labeled REQUEST THIS ITEM. Click on that button.
      • Enter your name and 14 digit barcode number in the corresponding boxes.
      • Activate the recall by clicking on the message SUBMIT THIS INFORMATION.
      • You will be notified when the material is ready for pickup. The material will be held at the Raynor Circulation Desk.  If you'd like to speed the notification procedure, check out our email notification procedure.
      • NOTE all the messages that appear. Some material cannot be recalled. Titles that are AVAILABLE should be on the shelf - if you cannot find it, complete a Trace Request at the appropriate Circulation Desk. Material in certain collections - Reference, Class Reserves, Storage, Law Library material -- are also not eligible for recall. Not all library card holders are eligible for this service. Courtesy Card and Infopass holders are not eligible. Also any Marquette user with blocks on their record will have to clear the block before being eligible to recall material.
    • WITH STAFF INTERVENTION
      • If a needed item is checked out OR you cannot locate it on the shelves, take the title and call number of the item to the Circulation Desk. Staff there will recall the item (if checked out) or search for it (if missing). You will receive a notice when the item is available for pick-up. If you'd like to speed the notification procedure, check out our email notification procedure.
      • Recalls can also be done via phone IF the item is checked out. Call the appropriate Circulation Desk -- Raynor at 288-7555 or Memorial at 288-8802.  You will need to provide the 14 digit barcode number of the back of your Marquette ID along with the title and call number of the needed item. You will receive a notice when the item is available for pick-up.

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  • Book Returns
    • Return library material as soon as you are finished with it.
    • Books may be returned to the Circulation Desks in either library.
    • A book return located to the left of the North entrance to Raynor is open for after-hours return.

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  • Damaged or Lost Materials
    • Borrowers are responsible for all material checked out on their ID. Point out noticeable damage prior to checking out any material.
    • Bills for damaged or destroyed material may include the cost of the repair, the replacement cost of the material and/or any applicable fine.
    • Mutilation of library material is a serious offense punishable under Wisconsin statute 943.61. The University will prosecute in cases of purposeful theft or damage.

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  • Library Fines and Bills
    • Library material not returned in a timely manner will be declared lost.
    • Bills for lost books include the replacement cost of the book plus a $15.00 per book billing fee. The billing fee is non-refundable.
    • All bills for Marquette students are sent to the University Bursar.
    • Bills for Courtesy Card holders are payable at either Circulation Desk.

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  • Infopass System

    The Infopass system supports cooperative borrowing of library material at most libraries within the greater Milwaukee community. Staff at the Reference Desks in either library can provide a form that allows borrowing for Marquette students. The following rules apply:

    • The needed material CANNOT be in the Marquette collection.
    • A maximum of three items can be obtained on one Infopass.
    • The Infopass must be completed and signed at Marquette PRIOR to going to the holding library. Reference staff can help determine the location and availability of needed material.
    • The lending library may impose daily fines for overdue Infopass material. Pay attention to the loan rules when obtaining material via the Infopass system. Marquette has agreed to bill delinquent borrowers for non-returned Infopass material.
    • Direct further Infopass questions to the Reference Desk in either library.

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  • Cooperative Access Program (CAP)

    Marquette University Libraries, the Medical College of Wisconsin and the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee have developed a cooperative program for scholars to obtain local access to needed resources.

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  • Further questions?

    Call the appropriate Circulation Desk:

    • Raynor Library --- 288-7555
    • Memorial Library --- 288-8802