Requests for delivery of books and periodicals between the Parks Library and the Veterinary Medical Library can now be made through the "Request item" feature in the Library Catalog. To use this feature:
Within the catalog record, click on "Request item," complete your user information (Borrower ID and Library pin#), complete any other information as appropriate, and submit your request.
Replies will be sent by email only if a request cannot be filled.
Delivered items must be retrieved within ten days.
Printed VME request forms are also available at the Parks Library Circulation Desk and at the Veterinary Medical Library service desk.
Delivery to the Veterinary Medical Library:
Requests submitted by 8:00 a.m. (Monday through Friday) will be available for pickup at the Veterinary Medical Library service desk after 4:00 p.m. the same day. (No weekend delivery.)
Please note:
Only items from the following collections can routinely be requested for delivery: Parks Library General Collection, Parks Cage, Leisure, Periodical Room and Storage.
Some items from the Media and Media Leisure Collections are also available for delivery; however, item eligibility is determined on a case by case basis.
Items from Reference, Microforms, and Reserve cannot be delivered. Patrons must continue to use this material on site.
Delivery to Parks Library:
Requests submitted by noon one day will be available for pickup at the Parks Library Circulation Desk after 10:00 a.m. the following day, Monday through Friday. (No weekend delivery.)
Questions or comments regarding this service should be directed to the Head of Circulation & Branch Facilities, (515) 294-1439.