How do I request a physical book?
Last Updated: Aug 24, 2021     Views: 38

Physical books from our Main Collection that are allowed to circulate (be borrowed) may be requested via our library catalog, BobCat. Please refer to our guide on How to Put a Book on Hold. Books that have a status of Non-circulating/Library Use Only or Non-circulating/SpecCol (Special Collections), as well as Course Reserves, may not be requested through BobCat and the request option will not appear.


When your book is ready for pickup, you will receive an automatic email. Books are held behind the Circulation Desk for one week. If you are unable to pick up your materials during the Library’s physical hours, please contact a Librarian at reference@nysid.libanswers.com to schedule locker delivery. 

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