How long can books be checked out?
Most items are due back within 4 weeks of the checkout date. Items checked out to faculty/staff members are normally due back at the end of the current semester.

Who can check out materials from the library?
Current students, faculty, and staff, as well as members of the Friends of the Library may check out materials from the library. Upon request, borrowing privileges may also be extended to retired faculty, members of the Chowan University Board of Visitors, and local ministers. Members of the general public who wish to check out materials can do so by joining the Friends of the Library group ($25 fee).

What do I need to check out a book?
Students, faculty, and staff may use their Chowan University ID to check out library materials. Friends of the Library members can obtain a library card from the circulation desk.

How much are fines for overdue materials?
For most items, fines are 10¢ per item per day. Charges for reserve items accrue at a higher, hourly rate. 

Do I have to be a student to use the library?
Anyone may use the library. However, most computers are reserved for academic use and you must have a library card or Chowan University ID to take materials out of the library.

How can I get a book the library doesn’t own?
If you need an item that the library doesn’t own, you can submit a request for us to borrow it from another library through interlibrary loan. To submit an interlibrary loan request, click on the Interlibrary Loan link at the library web page.

How do I access the library’s online resources?
To access the library’s online resources from a campus computer, click on ‘Article Databases’ under the Articles drop-down menu at the library’s home page.

How do I find the book my instructor placed on reserve?
Students can search for reserve items by professor or by course number using the links on the library’s web page. Reserve items can be obtained by asking at the circulation desk.

How much does it cost to print at the library?
There is no charge to print from the library computers or from the microfilm reader/printers. Photocopies are 10¢ per page.

Does the library have study rooms available?
The IMC room may be reserved as a group study room during library hours. Students can make reservations through the Chowan University Place Scheduler or by clicking on the Group Study Room link at the library web page.

How can I see what books I have checked out?
You can see your current checkouts by clicking on ‘My Library Account’ under the Students drop-down menu at the library’s home page. You will need your name, barcode or CampusWeb ID, and your PIN number.

What’s my PIN number?
In order to view your patron record or submit an interlibrary loan request online you will need to enter your PIN number. If you have never used either of these functions before, you will need to create a PIN number. If you have forgotten your PIN, contact the circulation desk (252-398-6212) for assistance.

Does the library have books on tape?
The library currently does not own any books on tape. However, such items may be acquired through interlibrary loan or by visiting the public library on Main Street.

Does the library have videos or DVDs?
The library has a small collection of videos and DVDs mainly for the purpose of curriculum support. A full list of these materials is available at the circulation desk or by searching the catalog.

What’s in the IMC?
The Instructional Materials Center contains items that support the Teacher Education program at Chowan. These include textbooks for grades K-12, activity books, teaching kits, and children’s big books.

How can I access the special collections?
The library’s special collections are open to patrons upon request for the purpose of historical and genealogical research. Anyone seeking access should contact the Special Collections Librarian (252-398-6293).

Why does the library have a section for juvenile books?
The library holds a small collection of juvenile books primarily to support the teacher education program at Chowan.

Can I use my laptop in the library?
Patrons are welcome to bring their laptops to the library. Electrical outlets are conveniently located near most study areas and wireless internet access is available throughout the library.

Does the library have audio-visual equipment available for checkout?
The library has a TV/VCR cart, slide projector, overhead projector, cassette recorder, and projector screens available for check out to faculty and staff.