Using the library

The Library and Information Service offers special services and privileges to alumni of the Stellenbosch University.<br><br><h2>Access</h2><div><a href="/en-za/Libraries/Pages/default.aspx">All libraries</a> of the Library and Information Service are accessible free of charge to alumni subject to positive identification with a valid identification document (photo identification is essential). <br><br></div><span><div>During the 1st exam period the SU Library is accessible for SU staff, SU students, CHELiN borrowers, CHELSA borrowers and other visitors with borrowing privileges only. Additional identification needed is a barcoded lending card for the current year. See <a href="https://libguides.sun.ac.za/hours">Library hours</a>.</div><div>See also more information concerning the use of the SU Library under Services below.</div><div><br></div></span> <div> <h2>Borrowing privileges</h2>Available to alumni who reside within a 150 km radius of Stellenbosch <ul><li>Verification will be done on alumni database</li><li>Proof of address is required<br></li><li>Membership fee: R100.00 for 3 months; R400.00 per annum</li><li>Number of loans: 3 items</li><li>Borrowing period: 14 days per item</li><li><a href="/en-za/Usingthelibrary/borrow/Pages/renew.aspx">Renewals</a>: 2 per item (within maximum renewal period of 42 days) unless someone else has requested it. <a href="https://sun-primo.hosted.exlibrisgroup.com/primo-explore/account?vid=27US_V1&section=overview&lang=en_US" target="_blank">Renew online</a> or enquire at the lending desk.</li><li>Returns: To any of the libraries of the Library and Information Service</li><li>Fines for overdue items: R1.00 per item per day</li><li>Fine limit: R30.00 (borrowing privileges will be suspended when this limit has been exceeded)</li><li><a href="/en-za/Usingthelibrary/borrow/Pages/reserve-book.aspx">Reserving books currently on loan</a>: Free and unlimited. <a href="https://sun-primo.hosted.exlibrisgroup.com/primo-explore/account?vid=27US_V1&section=overview&lang=en_US" target="_blank">Reserve online</a> or enquire at the lending desk.</li><li> <span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span>Material available to borrow: All item types where POLICY is indicated as “Unrestricted"</li><li>Lost/damaged books: Replacement value payable to the Library and Information Service<br><br></li></ul><div> <span> <h2>Services</h2> </span> <span> <span> </span></span></div><h3>Electronic resources</h3>Free self-help access is available to walk-in users only, in any of the libraries. Due to licensing agreements, access to some electronic resources is restricted to currently registered students and staff members of Stellenbosch University. <br><br> <h3>Information services</h3>Basic information services are provided to walk-in users. These include assistance to become self-sufficient in finding sources and information, in either printed or electronic format. Should assistance be required, please enquire at the lending desk of the Stellenbosch University Library or ask any staff member at the various branch libraries. For general enquiries concerning the Library's collections and services, <a href="https://libanswers.sun.ac.za/">Ask a Librarian</a> may be used.<br><br> <h3>Finding books, articles & other information resources</h3>Walk-in users may visit the <a href="/">library homepage</a> and type their search terms in the search box 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>. Due to licensing agreements, access to some electronic resources are restricted to currently registered students and staff members of Stellenbosch University.</div><div><br><h3>Internet & wireless access</h3>No internet and wireless access is available to alumni in any of the libraries. Internet and wireless access is limited to Stellenbosch University staff and students registered on the University network. <span><span><span><span><span><span><span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span><br></div><div><br></div><div><h3>Short loans</h3>The service is restricted to staff and registered students of Stellenbosch University.<br><br><h3>Print, copy & scan<br></h3>Cash facilities are provided by Maties Copy & Print in the Stellenbosch University Library or at the lending desks of the branch libraries. See <a href="/en-za/Usingthelibrary/Pages/Copy-print-scan.aspx">Print, copy & scan </a>for fees.<br><p></p></div>

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