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Borrowing guide
A practical guide for using The Athenaeum collection with confidence, from first checkout to final return.
Standard loan
21 days
Renewals
2x
Hold pickup
3 days
Desk support
Daily
Loan periods
Loan policies are built to balance generous access with fair circulation for high-demand materials.
| Material | Loan period | Renewal | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Books | 21 days | 2 renewals | Place holds when all copies are out |
| Reference | In library | No renewals | Ask staff for scans or support |
| Course reserve | 2 hours | No renewals | High-demand access at the desk |
| Media kits | 7 days | 1 renewal | Return directly to circulation |
How it works
Search the catalog by title, author, ISBN, or subject.
Bring available copies to the desk or ask a librarian for checkout support.
Extend eligible loans before the due date from your account.
Return books on time so the next reader can access them.