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Borrow, Renew, & Request Library Materials
Borrowing
The majority of our Library collections are open to the public, and in-library use of materials does not require an account.
Library borrowing privileges are available to anyone 18 years of age or older who is either affiliated with the University, College of the Redwoods, Universities of California, other California State Universities or a member of the local community. The online Library Catalog, OneSearch, is accessible on the Internet to anyone, anywhere.
Renewals
Renewals may be requested online through your account, by telephone at (707) 826-3431, or in person at the library Front Desk.
To access a list of your checked out library materials, visit OneSearch and select My Account from the top right Menu (alternatively, go directly to the login page).
- You will be asked for your Cal Poly Humboldt username and password. If already logged in, you will be taken directly to your My Account page.
- A list of your loaned items will appear, and a box at the left of each item can be clicked to select the items you wish to renew.
- Click on the "Renew Items" button next to an item to proceed with the renewal. “Renew all” may also be selected.
- The list will update with new due dates for the selected items.
- Renewal may not be allowed if an item is excessively overdue or library circulation policy does not allow renewal.
Contact the library Front Desk at (707) 826-3431 or libcirculation@humboldt.edu with any questions.
Requests, Searches, & Holds
Please note that Item request and hold services are available to current Cal Poly Humboldt students, faculty, and staff only.
If you need a book, whether it is checked out or not, you can place a request for it using the Library Catalog. You can also use hold requests to have library staff search for a book that you are unable to find in the stacks – just place a request on the title through OneSearch.
To place a request:
- Search the title in the OneSearch
- When you are in the item record, note the circulation status
- “Local copy unavailable” and “Out of Library” means the item is checked out
- “Item in Place” means the item is not checked out
- Click on “Make a Request” if the title is available in the library, or “Get It” if it is unavailable to request a copy from another library
- Login and fill out the request form
- Hit “Send Request”
- You will be notified via email when your item is ready to be picked up.
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
The Cal Poly Humboldt Library loans a wide variety of materials to our patrons, including books, journals, theses, government documents, and multimedia. Below are the answers to some common questions, with links to more detailed information on our services and borrowing policies. Still have questions? Contact us at (707) 826-3431.
What do I need to check out an item?
What do I need to check out an item?
A currently valid Cal Poly Humboldt ID, or a Cal Poly Humboldt Library Community Borrower's Card must be presented at the checkout to borrow items from the Library.
Who is eligible to borrow items from the Library?
Who is eligible to borrow items from the Library?
All current Cal Poly Humboldt students, staff and faculty are entitled to all lending resources at the library. Cal Poly Humboldt Emeritus Faculty and Staff, as well as local Cal Poly Humboldt Alumni have borrowing privileges. Humboldt County residents are eligible for limited borrowing privileges with an annual subscription fee.
Can my friend check out items for me?
Can my friend check out items for me?
No, only the pictured account owner of the Cal Poly Humboldt ID may check out items.
How can I check on what items are currently checked out to me? How can I renew an item?
How can I check on what items are currently checked out to me? How can I renew an item?
View your library account to see what you have checked out and to renew items.
What can I do if something I need is checked out?
What can I do if something I need is checked out?
From the library catalog, you may submit a resource sharing request. Your request will be shared for fulfillment by another library. Processing and fulfillment time is contingent on the lending library. Patrons are notified automatically by email when their requests have been filled and are ready for pick up.
Where can I return Library materials?
Where can I return Library materials?
Library materials can be dropped in the return slots at the Front Desk, near the front library entrance, or in the outside book drop located at the Library Circle. Resource Sharing Loans, Course Reserve items, and Digital Media Equipment must be returned to the Front Desk.
How do I return items from a distance?
How do I return items from a distance?
Library items may be mailed back to the Library at:
Library
Cal Poly Humboldt University
1 Harpst Street
Arcata, CA 95521
What if I have lost a library book?
What if I have lost a library book?
If you have lost a library book, contact Library staff in person, by phone at (707) 826-3431, or by email at libcirculation@humbolt.edu, for information about replacement.
Why do I keep getting overdue notices for an item I remember returning?
Why do I keep getting overdue notices for an item I remember returning?
It is possible that you returned your item on the same day that the overdue notice was automatically generated.
For any questions or concerns you may call the Library Front Desk at (707) 826-3431 or reach us by email at libcirculation@humboldt.edu.