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Circulation Policies: General Circulation Policies

General Circulation Policies

General Policies

  • A current ID is required for all transactions.
  • Most books may be checked out for 21 days.
  • Most library materials will be automatically renewed unless: you have run out of renewals, the item has been recalled, or you have returned the item. 
  • You may monitor your library account online. Use your last name and barcode number to log in.
  • Reserve materials may be checked out with various time limitations. (Ask at the circulation desk for reserve material.)
  • Please note: Use of audio visual equipment and video programs is limited to faculty, staff, and students of Wittenberg University who are carrying out official University assignments.
  • Your library account may be suspended if you have accrued replacement fees.  Please contact Thomas Library at librarians@wittenberg.edu.

Fines and Replacement Fees

Thomas Library will no longer be collecting fines for late Wittenberg or OhioLINK materials.

Wittenberg Materials $75 replacement fee per lost or damaged item
OhioLINK Materials $75 replacement fee per lost or damaged item
Inter-Library Loan Materials Replacement fee determined by lending institution
SearchOhio $75 replacement fee per lost or damaged item