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Library Services

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18 services available

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Access & General

2 services
Access & General

Library Entry / Attendance

Library entry and attendance recording for clients using Library spaces and services.

For: WPU Students, Faculty, Staff, Alumni, Outside Researchers, and Visitors
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Basic requirements / notesPresent a valid ID. New students may present a Certificate of Registration; newly hired employees may present proof of WPU employment. Outside researchers and visitors must complete the required visitor log.
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Access & General

Library Clearance

Verification and processing of Library clearance after checking the client account for unsettled obligations.

For: WPU Library clients who require Library clearance
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Basic requirements / notesThe Library account must be checked for unsettled obligations. Clearance is processed when all Library obligations are settled.
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Borrowing & Library Materials

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Borrowing & Library Materials

Home Reading / Book Borrowing

Borrow eligible Library materials for home reading.

For: Bona fide WPU Students, Faculty, and Staff only
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Basic requirements / notesMust be registered or eligible in the Library System and present the required identification. Borrowing period and due date apply.
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Borrowing & Library Materials

Returning of Library Materials

Return borrowed Library materials and update the borrower account.

For: WPU Students, Faculty, and Staff with borrowed Library materials
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Basic requirements / notesReturn the material for physical-condition checking and account updating. Any remaining unreturned materials or fines will be advised.
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Borrowing & Library Materials

Renewal of Library Materials

Renew an eligible borrowed Library material and receive a new due date.

For: WPU Students, Faculty, and Staff with an existing book loan
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Basic requirements / notesThe material must be in good condition and eligible for renewal. The Library will process the renewal and provide the new due date.
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Borrowing & Library Materials

Online Renewal of Library Materials

Request renewal of an eligible borrowed Library material through the Library online renewal channel.

For: WPU Students, Faculty, and Staff with an existing book loan
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Basic requirements / notesSubmit the Online Library Renewal request or form for validation. Under the current procedure, a renewed material is allowed only one renewal.
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Borrowing & Library Materials

Overdue / Recall Assistance

Assistance for borrowed Library materials that are nearly overdue or already overdue.

For: Library borrowers with nearly overdue or overdue materials
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Basic requirements / notesRespond to the Library overdue or recall notice and coordinate the return or settlement of the borrowed material.
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Borrowing & Library Materials

Reprographic / Copying Service

Reproduction or copying of eligible Library materials or allowed pages.

For: WPU Students, Faculty, Staff, Alumni, and Outside Researchers
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Basic requirements / notesOnly materials or pages allowed for reproduction may be copied. Complete the Reprographic Request Slip and pay applicable charges when required.
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Borrowing & Library Materials

Lost or Damaged Library Material Assistance

Assistance in settling accountability for a lost or damaged Library material through payment or acceptable replacement.

For: Library borrowers responsible for a lost or damaged Library material
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Basic requirements / notesCoordinate with Library personnel for payment or replacement. Replacement materials must meet Library requirements before the accountability is cleared.
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Research & Reference

3 services
Research & Reference

Request / Requisition for Library Materials

Request books or other Library materials for possible acquisition.

For: WPU Students, Faculty Members, Department Heads, and authorized University personnel
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Basic requirements / notesComplete the Library Requisition Form. Requests are evaluated under the Library acquisition and selection policy and may require supervisor and Library approval.
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Research & Reference

Library Reference Services / Ask a Librarian

Reference assistance for locating Library materials, answering information needs, and guiding clients to appropriate Library resources.

For: WPU Students, Faculty, Staff, Alumni, Outside Researchers, and other Library clients
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AvailabilityLibrary operating hours
Delivery modeOnline / On-site
Basic requirements / notesProvide a clear information need or research query. Assistance may be given in person, by phone or text, Facebook or Messenger, Gmail, Google Forms, or other Library channels.
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Research & Reference

Class Research Service / Reservation

Reservation of Library space for an organized class research activity.

For: WPU classes and students through an authorized requester
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Basic requirements / notesComplete the Library Class Research Request Form, noted by the Immediate Supervisor and approved by the Library in-charge. Subject to Library seating capacity.
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Spaces & Technology

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Spaces & Technology

Inside Use of Library Materials

Use Library materials within the Library for reading, study, and research.

For: WPU Students, Faculty, Staff, Alumni, and Outside Researchers
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Basic requirements / notesUse the OPAC or browse the book stacks. Present a valid ID or COR when required and follow the Library inside-use procedure.
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Spaces & Technology

Instructional Media Center (IMC)

Use the Instructional Media Center and available media facilities or equipment for approved academic activities.

For: WPU Students, Faculty, and Staff
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Basic requirements / notesSubject to availability. Complete the Instructional Media Center Request Form and follow the approved schedule.
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Spaces & Technology

E-Library / Computer Services

Use designated E-Library computers and related digital access services.

For: WPU Students, Faculty, Staff, and qualified walk-in clients with a valid ID or referral
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Basic requirements / notesPresent a valid ID. Qualified walk-in clients must also present the required communication or referral letter. Log in and out and use the assigned computer number.
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Spaces & Technology

Discussion Room

A Library facility for group discussion and study.

For: Bona fide WPU Students, Faculty, and Staff
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Basic requirements / notesSubject to room availability. Complete the Discussion Room Request Form and present the requester's valid ID.
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Spaces & Technology

Virtual Discussion Room

A Library-supported virtual room for approved online group discussions or activities.

For: Eligible WPU Library clients, subject to Library confirmation
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Basic requirements / notesSubject to schedule availability. Complete the Virtual Discussion Room Reservation Form or Online Form.
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Spaces & Technology

Multimedia Materials and Equipment

Borrow available multimedia materials or equipment for an approved Library-related use.

For: Eligible WPU Library clients, subject to Library approval
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Basic requirements / notesSubject to availability. Complete two copies of the Library Equipment and Multimedia Materials Request Form before the material or equipment is released.
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