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International Students Library Handbook

Welcome to the Library! Here are tips and information to help you get started with your research.

Get Online Help

Reminder: Online Access

  • Library resources require going through CWRU Single Sign-On.
  • The best method is to follow links from the library website.
  • When logged in and a browser window is not closed, access should continue from resource to resource.
  • Remember to close your browser when done.

Borrowing Privileges

Access to all KSL resources, as well as OhioLINK member libraries, is granted based on your CWRU ID card. 
You are responsible for returning all items you borrow. 
For questions about your account, please contact the Service Center (216-368-3506).

Locating items

Print Books

Circulating books are on the third floor and oversized books are on the first floor. Search for titles using the online catalog and use the item's call number to find the book on the shelves. The "Map It" button will display the item's approximate location.

Bring items you'd like to borrow to the Service Desk on the first floor. Provide your CWRU ID card to library staff with the items. KSL also provides a self-checkout kiosk by the service desk.

DVDs

KSL has a large collection of DVDs and VHS tapes. They are not on open shelves, but can be searched in the online catalog. A staff member can retrieve an item for you, or help you search the item in the catalog. Most media items can be borrowed for seven days.

Periodicals

KSL subscribes to journals, magazines, and newspapers. These items do not circulate, but can be used in the library.

Your Library Account

You can renew items on your account online or by visiting the service desk.  Most books can be renewed up to four times, but occasionally, a renewal is not allowed when another patron needs the item. If that happens, ask library staff about how to request another copy.

Courtesy email notices are sent to your CWRU email two days before the due date. Late items accrue overdue fees.

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