How can I order/ request books from other libraries?
How does interlibrary loan work? Where and how do I search for and request books NOT owned by Marywood Library?
Answer
To Request Books from Other Libraries (aka Inter-Library Loan):
1. Go to the Marywood Library homepage: www.marywood.edu/library and scroll down to the "Research Links" box at right
2. Click on the "Online Catalog & Account" link
2. In the Catalog, click on the "EZBorrow/PALCI" link (located right above the Search Bar)
3. Search for a book or books on a topic using keywords OR if you're looking for a specific book, by Title, Author, or ISBN.
4. From the list of results, locate and click on the Title of the book you want to request.
Tips:
*If the book you are looking for does not appear, try searching for it a different way, for example by "Author" or "ISBN" using the Fields drop-down menu in the Search bar at top. If a book does not appear in the interlibrary loan system, contact libraryhelp@marywood.edu for more options.
*If multiple entries appear for the same book, it is usually because their are different editions, copies, or formats in the system. Sometimes you'll need to try several links to find locations with available holdings (copies).
*A book's page will show you all of the Libraries in the system with a copy (Holdings tab), a Description, and Table of Contents (summary). If copies are unavailable or restricted, you will not have the option to Request them.
5. Once you locate a copy of the Title, click the blue REQUEST button (under the Holdings tab).
*You do NOT need to select a specific lending Library. The system will ✨magically✨ choose the nearest available copy!
6. In the "Login" box that pops up, select Marywood University as the "Home Institution" and enter your full First & Last name, just as it appears on your student ID.
7. In the final window, Click Confirm Request. You do not need to enter or change any of the fields.
Good to Know:
*Requests can take between 2-5 days to arrive depending on the lending library's location. Please give yourself plenty of time to receive your materials.
*You will get an email when your book has arrived.
For inquiries about missing or very late requests you can contact:
Mary Kay Maldonato, Interlibrary Loan Clerk
Email: ill@maryu.marywood.edu | Phone: (570) 348-6205
*Pickup/return ILL books at the Learning Commons Front Desk.
*Due Dates are written on the blue ILL cover sleeve. (We know it's tempting, but please do NOT remove the blue sleeves).
*ILL books are NOT renewable and loan periods may vary. Books can be recalled by the home library at any time. Please return promptly as you may be charged for replacement costs for unreturned or damaged books.
*You can view ALL of your checkouts and due dates in your Library Account, which you can access by logging into the Online Catalog with your Portal ID.
If you need assistance or have questions, please contact us! We're happy to help.
Email: libraryhelp@marywood.edu
Virtual Help: https://marywood.libcal.com/appointments/library