📚 Circulation: Hold Request Tutorial

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Hold Request Tutorial: How to Reserve Library Materials

Need to reserve a laptop, hotspot, book, or other library item? The Hold Request Tutorial is a short, helpful video that walks you through everything you need to know to place a hold and pick up your materials with ease.

What You’ll Learn in the Tutorial:

  • How to search for items like laptops, hotspots, and books using the library catalog
  • How to place a hold request so library staff can set aside the item for you
  • How long your requested items will be held before they’re released to other borrowers
  • Step-by-step instructions for submitting a hold request online
  • Where to find library hours so you know when to visit
  • How to contact the library to:
    • Ask when your item will be ready for pickup
    • Inquire about curbside pickup options and schedule an appointment (available as staffing allows)

Before You Visit Campus

If you're coming to campus to pick up materials, be sure to complete the Daily Campus Access and Screening Form. This helps keep our campus community safe and healthy.