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<h2>Access </h2><a href="/en-za/Libraries/Pages/default.aspx">All libraries</a> of the Library and Information Service are accessible to staff of the University. Access control at the Stellenbosch University Library and branch libraries requires swiping a valid SU staff card. See <a href="https://libguides.sun.ac.za/hours">Library hours</a>. <h2> Borrowing privileges</h2> Lecturers: <ul><li>Number of loans: 30 items</li><li>Borrowing period: 90 days per item</li><li> Renewals: 2 per item (within maximum renewal period of 270 days) unless someone else has requested it. <a href="/en-za/Usingthelibrary/borrow/Pages/renew.aspx"></a></li></ul> Other staff: <ul><li>Number of loans: 15 items</li><li>Borrowing period: 30 days per item</li><li> Renewals: 2 per item (within maximum renewal period of 90 days) unless someone else has requested it. </li></ul> All staff: <ul><li>Renewals: <a href="/en-za/Usingthelibrary/borrow/Pages/renew.aspx">Renew online</a> <a href="/en-za/Usingthelibrary/borrow/Pages/renew.aspx"></a> or <a href="/af-za/AboutUs/ContactUs/Pages/default.aspx">ask a staff member. </a>In person, enquire at Client Service at the SU Library or the lending desk of any of the branch libraries. </li><li>Returns: To Client Service at the SU Library or the lending desk of any of the branch libraries. It is possible to return books by putting them in the drop boxes at the libraries’ entrances. </li><li>Reserving books currently on loan: Free and unlimited. <a href="/en-za/Usingthelibrary/borrow/Pages/reserve-book.aspx">Reserve online</a> or <a href="/en-za/AboutUs/ContactUs/Pages/default.aspx"></a><a href="/en-za/AboutUs/ContactUs/Pages/default.aspx">ask a staff member</a>. In person, enquire at Client Service at the SU Library or the lending desk of any of the branch libraries. </li><li>Material available to borrow: All items marked "Loanable"</li><li>Lost/damaged books: Replacement value payable to the Library and Information Service </li></ul><div> <h2> Services</h2> <div><h3>Information services & research support</h3>Please consult the following library guides: <ul><li> <a href="https://libguides.sun.ac.za/StepbyStep">Find, access and use information effectively: a step by step guide</a></li><li> <a href="https://libguides.sun.ac.za/researchprocess">The research process</a></li><li> <a href="https://libguides.sun.ac.za/content.php?pid=698324">Referencing</a></li><li> <a href="https://libguides.sun.ac.za/mendeley">Mendeley</a></li><li> <a href="https://libguides.sun.ac.za/" target="_blank">Subject guides</a> provide access to subject-specific resources and pertinent research matters within a subject area </li></ul>Your <a href="/en-za/AboutUs/ContactUs/Pages/fbs.aspx">faculty librarian</a> is available by appointment. An electronic information service is available at <a href="https://libanswers.sun.ac.za/">Ask a Librarian</a>. <h3>Finding books, articles & other information resources</h3> Do a Library Search on the <a href="/">library homepage</a> or choose E-databases or E-journals from the FIND menu. Guidelines are available at <a href="https://libguides.sun.ac.za/StepbyStep">Find, access and use information effectively: a step by step guide</a>. See <a href="https://libguides.sun.ac.za/content.php?pid=344501&sid=2818211">Find information</a>. <h3> </h3> <h3>Finding your way around the library</h3>Introduction to the physical and virtual library:<ul><li>Stellenbosch University Library: <a href="/SiteCollectionDocuments/jsg/SU%20Library%20and%20Information%20Services%20-%20Floor%20Plan%20April%202022%20Final.pdf">Floor plan</a></li><li>Medicine & Health Sciences Library: <a href="/SiteCollectionDocuments/jsg/MHS%20Library%20floor%20plan.pdf">Floor plan</a> </li></ul><h3>Internet & wireless access </h3>Internet via the EduRoam world-wide Wi-Fi roaming access service is available in all libraries to Stellenbosch University staff and students registered on the University network. See <a href="/en-za/Help/Pages/wireless-access.aspx">Wireless access</a>. <h3>Library orientation & training</h3> Consult the following training calendars: <ul><li> <a href="https://sun.ac.za.libcal.com/stb#%21/month/2017/03">Library training calendar</a></li><li> <a href="/en-za/Learning/Pages/training-postgrads.aspx">Generic training - SmartResearcher workshops</a></li><li><a href="/en-za/Learning/Pages/howto.aspx">Training tutorials & videos</a></li></ul>Alternatively request a one-on-one training session via <a href="https://libanswers.sun.ac.za/">Ask a Librarian</a>. <h3> Electronic resources</h3></div> Do a Library Search on the <a href="/">library homepage</a> or choose E-databases or E-Journals from the <a href="/en-za/Search/Index/Pages/default.aspx">FIND</a> menu. Guidelines are available at <a href="https://libguides.sun.ac.za/StepbyStep">Find, access and use information effectively: a step by step guide</a>. See <a href="https://libguides.sun.ac.za/content.php?pid=344501&sid=2818211">Find information</a>. <h3>Off-campus e-access</h3>All electronic resources offered by the Library and Information Service via our <a href="/">library homepage</a> are available from home, office computers, laptops or mobile phones. Use your SU network username and password to sign in. See <a href="/en-za/Help/Pages/offcampus-electronic-access.aspx">Off-campus e-access</a>. <h3></h3><h3>Interlibrary loans</h3>Material not available in any of the libraries of the Library and Information Service may be borrowed from other libraries. See <a href="/en-za/Usingthelibrary/interloans/Pages/default.aspx">Interlibrary loans</a>. <div> </div> <div><h3>Short loans</h3>The service provides access to frequently used items for short periods to ensure that it is accessible to a large number of clients. See <a href="/en-za/Usingthelibrary/Pages/short-loans.aspx">Short Loans guidelines for lecturing staff</a>. <h3>Print, copy & scan</h3>Staff and students are able to print, copy and scan at any secure pull print printer available in the library by using your student/staff card. See <a href="/en-za/Usingthelibrary/Pages/Copy-print-scan.aspx">Print, copy & scan</a>. </div><h3>Room bookings</h3>Various rooms are available to book. See <a href="/en-za/Usingthelibrary/Bookings/Pages/default.aspx">Bookings</a>. </div><div> </div>

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