Special Borrowers
Special borrowing privileges may be obtained by members of the categories below. Eligible candidates must complete the Special Borrower Registration Form and provide the required documentation. Questions? Email borrowing@brandeis.edu
Special borrower registration formSpecial Borrower Types
- Visiting Scholars
- Visiting Faculty
- Courtesy Appointments
- BOLLI Members
- Genesis/BIMA Faculty
- Faculty and Staff Family Members
- Temporary University Staff (not hired through Human Resources)
- Local Clergy
- Other Affiliates
Material Type | Loan Period | Renewal Period |
---|---|---|
Main Library Stacks | 60 days | 3 renewals |
Media (DVDs, CDs, |
7 days | 3 renewals |
Recreational Reading and Juvenile Literature | 60 days | No renewals |
Journals, periodicals, non-circulating materials | Non-circulating | No renewals |
Course Reserves | 2 hours | No renewals |
Course Reserve Media | 4 hours | No renewals |
Fines
Material Type | Overdue Fine Amount | Maximum Overdue Fines |
---|---|---|
Main Library Stacks | No overdue fines | |
Media (DVDs, CDs, VHSs) | No overdue fines | |
Recreational Reading and Juvenile Literature | No overdue fines | |
Journals, periodicals, non-circulating materials | No overdue fines | |
Course Reserves | $2 per hour | $100 |
Course Reserve Media | $2 per hour | $100 |
For more information on fines and lost item fees, visit Fines and Fees.
Renewing Your Items
You may renew eligible materials if they have not been requested by another borrower. Books and media can be renewed through OneSearch from the My Account section, in person at the Information and Borrowing Desk, by responding to our email notices, or by emailing borrowing@brandeis.edu.
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781-736-5626
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