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Main Library Service Desk: Alma Procedures

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Alma Procedures

Introduction

The Main LIbrary Loans Materials 3 ways

Alma Library materials:  regular and reserve books, laptops, chargers, and more
ILLiad Interlibrary Loan:  books from other libraries in the U.S. and the world
Alma Offline Sheet used to record loans if Alma goes offline; also used for newspaper loans

 

Policies

 

  • It is best practice to have users bring their University ID card (or borrower’s permit) in order to check out library materials. In the event the card is forgotten, staff can also use a driver’s license to verify identity. If a user has forgotten their ID, we will make a one-time exception to loan materials.  Staff can ask users to write down their ID and then type the number into ALMA OR staff can search by last name. Staff should verify the user by asking for a middle initial or status (faculty/graduate or undergrad). 
  • If an card's strip does not scan, use the barcode or key in the ID number printed on the front.
  • Only the borrower his-/herself or library staff should access loan records (User Privacy Policy).