Borrow, Request, Renew & Return

Borrowing Information

SRJC Students

SRJC Students

  • Must be currently enrolled in a course found on the SRJC Schedule of Classes (includes Lifelong Learning and Adult Education)
  • Must have Student Identification Number
  • Maximum of 25 items can be checked out
  • Also includes access to Doyle Library Special Collections

 

Item Loan Periods

ItemCan be borrowed forRenewals
Books, DVDs, CDs3 weeks2 times*
Textbooks on ReserveVaries: 2 or 4 hours; 1 or 3 daysNo renewals
LaptopsFull SemesterContract Access Services
HotspotsFull Semester (request a hotspot)No renewals
Calculators - TI 84, TI 89, TI 30Full SemesterContact Access Services

Tech Gear for use in library

(chargers, calculators, etc.)

4 hoursVaries
InterLibrary LoanVariesVaries

*No renewal if item is on hold for another person.

 

Computer & Database Access

ServiceAvailabilityLOGIN INFO
Desktop computersAll computers in libraries; No time limitSRJC ID/PIN
DatabasesOn- and Off-campus access to all SRJC Libraries DatabasesSRJC ID/PIN | Login Help
SRJC Faculty & Staff

SRJC Faculty & Staff

  • Must be currently employed at SRJC. 
  • Must have faculty or staff photo ID card
  • Maximum of 25 items can be checked out
  • Also includes access to Doyle Library Special Collections

 

Item Loan Periods

ItemCan be borrowed forRenewals
Books, DVDs, CDsFull Semester1 time*
Tech Gear for use in library1 weekNo renewals
InterLibrary LoanVariesVaries
Textbooks on ReserveVaries: 2 or 4 hours; 1 or 3 daysNo renewals

*No renewal if item is on Hold. Items are subject to recall after 3 weeks.

 

Computer & Database Access

ServiceAvailabilityLOGIN INFO
Desktop computersAll computers in libraries; No time limitSRJC ID (including the @santarosa.edu) / PIN
DatabasesOn- and Off-campus access to all SRJC Libraries DatabasesSRJC ID/PIN | Login Help
USF University Partner

USF University Partner

  • Available to currently enrolled USF-Santa Rosa students.
  • Maximum of 25 items can be checked out
  • Also includes access to Doyle Library Special Collections

 

Item Loan Periods

ItemCan be borrowed forRenewals
Books, DVDs, CDs3 weeks2 times*
Textbooks on ReserveLibrary use only with permission from Course Reserves supervisorNo renewals
LaptopsNot eligibleNot eligible
Calculators - TI 84, TI 89, TI 30Not eligibleNot eligible
InterLibrary LoanNot eligibleNot eligible

*No renewal if item is on hold for another person.

 

Computer & Database Access

serviceAvailabilityLOGIN INFO
Desktop computersAll computers on Floors 2-4; No time limitSRJC ID/PIN
Databases

On-campus access to  to all SRJC Libraries Databases. 

Not eligible for off-campus access to databases.

SRJC ID/PIN (on campus only)
Community Member

Community Member

  • Includes alumni, community members, and SSU students
  • Must be 16 years or older
  • Need to show ID to check out materials
  • Maximum of 25 items can be checked out
  • Also includes access to Doyle Library Special Collections

 

Item Loan Periods

ItemCan be borrowed forRenewals
Books, DVDs, CDs3 weeks2 times*
Textbooks on ReserveNot eligibleNot eligible
LaptopsNot eligibleNot eligible
Calculators - TI 84, TI 89, TI 30Not eligibleNot eligible
InterLibrary LoanNot eligibleNot eligible

*No renewal if item is on hold for another person.

 

Computer & Database Access

serviceAvailabilityLOGIN INFO
Desktop computersDesignated computers only; 1 hour per dayRegistration required
Databases

ON-CAMPUS access to SRJC Libraries Databases. 

Not eligible for off-campus access to databases.

 

 

Additional Information

Returns + Drop Boxes

Items can be returned at SRJC Libraries during open hours or at book drops anytime (no laptops in book drops, please).

  • Santa Rosa Book Drop Locations
    • Elliott Avenue (Along Elliot Ave, outside of the Bertolini Student Center)
    • 2nd floor entrance of Doyle Library.
  • Petaluma Book Drop Locations
    • Academic Drive (Near the flag pole along Academic Drive)
    • Entrance of Mahoney Library.

 

Please allow 1-3 business days for your return to reflect on your library account.

Renewals
  • See borrowing categories above for renewal eligibility
  • Online renewals are available through Smart Search (login to renew)
  • Renewed books are subject to recall if another student requests the book
Required ID for Borrowing

You'll need your Student ID Number or your Employee ID to borrow materials.

Overdue Fines & Lost Fees

Lost Fees:

  • Regular books - $50
  • Textbooks on Reserve - $100
  • Laptop computers - $750  

For other tech gear items, such as calculators and chargers, the lost fee equals the purchase price of the item. Students are notified of specific lost fees when receiving overdue and lost notices.

 

Overdue fines:

Overdue fines are only charged for Textbooks on Reserve. For 2-hour and 4-hour, overdue fines are $1 per hour. For 1-day and 3-day, overdue fines are $2.50 per day. The maximum amount for overdue fines is $25 per item, per checkout.

Payment may be made at the Accounting Office in Bailey Hall, online via the student portal, by mail, or by phoning (707) 527-4973. If you are being charged for an item replacement, the fee may be reduced by return of the item in good condition. Please contact the Circulation Desk of Doyle or Mahoney Library if you have any questions.

 

Contact Access Services

For quickest response, please email librariessrjc@santarosa.edu or text 1-707-527-4550 for help with:

  • Borrowing
  • Renewals, Requests & Returns
  • Textbooks on Reserve
  • Fees / Lost Items
  • Laptops, Hotspots & Calculators

Or please see contact information.

 

Hotspots

SRJC Libraries Hotspot Application

Please fill out this form to request a full semester loan of a hotspot. We have a limited number of hotspots. Due to our limited inventory, we may not be able to fulfill your request.