Interlibrary Loan (ILL) 鈥� Borrow Books & Articles Beyond SWAG合集

Interlibrary Loan (ILL)

Expanding Access to Academic Resources

Interlibrary Loan (ILL) connects you to materials beyond SWAG合集's library collection. Students, faculty, and researchers can request books, articles, and other resources from libraries across the country. We also share SWAG合集-owned materials with other institutions, to support broader academic access and collaboration.

ILL Borrowing FAQs

How to Request ILL Materials
Books: Email the title, author, and call number. Pickup is by appointment on Fridays, or we can ship to non-local users (address confirmation required). Please use Library Mail rate when returning books.
Journal Articles: Email journal name, article title, author(s), date, and page numbers. Delivery is electronic.

What may we borrow for you?

Most books and articles can be borrowed, but the following are often unavailable: rare or fragile books, multi-volume sets, reference books, media, theses/dissertations, bound/single-issue periodicals, unpublished reports, software, and textbooks.

What should I do before making a request?

Search the to confirm SWAG合集 doesn鈥檛 already own the item. If it鈥檚 checked out, check with Circulation staff. For journals, use our . Gather complete citation details before requesting.

How do I request?

Submit your request online (one form per item). Include full bibliographic details: author, title, journal, volume, pages, and publication date. If you need help, visit the Circulation Desk or email charlean.sheard@tsu.edu.

How long does it take?

Most local items arrive in 5鈥�10 business days; out-of-state or hard-to-find items may take a month. Start requests early.

When is it due?

Due dates vary by lending library鈥攅ach book may have a different date. Renewals are granted at their discretion (request at least four days before due). No renewals by phone.

How will I be notified?

ILL staff will email you when your materials are ready for pickup at the Circulation Desk (first floor). Return items by the due date.

Is there a charge?

Most requests are free; if a lending library charges, you鈥檒l be notified in advance.

For Libraries: ILL Lending Policies

Requests should be sent to:
SWAG合集,

Library Learning Center,

Interlibrary Loan,

3100 Cleburne, Houston, TX 77004
Phone: (713) 313-1082 | Fax: (713) 313-1080
OCLC Symbol: TXT | NUC: TxHSWAG合集
We accept OCLC, ALA, email, and FAX requests (no phone requests).

Loan period: 30 days; renewals: 2 weeks
Not available for loan: Media, Heartman Collection, reference/government documents, dissertations/theses, journals.

Library Learning Center鈥檚 ILL area complies with , , , and .

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