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While the library is closed, a student ID is not required to check out an item through the contact-free pickup service. You may present an official photo ID such as a driver's license or passport to pickup items that have been requested.
A RAM ID and password are required to make a request for library materials. See the Virtual Campus site about the library's contact-free pickup service for more information.
The Reserve collections contain materials for specific courses. Only currently registered CCSF students may borrow reserve materials.
IMPORTANT: While the Library is closed due to COVID-19, most course reserves can be checked out for 2 weeks and can be renewed if no one else has requested them. See the CCSF Virtual Campus for details.
Some materials that are part of a pair, such as a textbook and companion workbook, may be treated as one item for checkout.
| Patron Type | Circulation Collection Loan Period | Number of Renewals | Maximum Number of Items |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student | 1 semester | 2 | 50 |
| Faculty | 1 semester | None, only on a semester basis | 50 |
| Community Card Holder | 1 semester | 2 | 2 |
A patron may request that an item to be held for them when returned by another borrower. Look up the item in OneSearch, sign in, and find the request button. Requesting an item will prevent the current borrower from renewing it.
Return Library books and course reserves to the bookdrop at Rosenberg Library on Ocean campus.The bookdrop is on the outside of the building and is open 24 hours per day. All other Center library locations are currently closed and not accepting book returns.
Late, lost, and damaged items will result in a fine. For more information about fine amounts and how to pay off fines, visit the library's fines page.