Topic: Library
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Where can I find guides to assist me in doing research for my classes and using the library?
The Kares librarians have created various subject, course, and general library guides for all to use. Use Accessing the Library for general access questions, Athens State University’s Kares Library for general info including staff, and the All Guides page to search for other guides.
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How can I contact the Kares Library Help Desk?
You can contact the Kares Library Help Desk by phone at (256) 216-6669, by e-mail, and via our instant chat service, Ask a Librarian.
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How do I suggest a book to purchase?
You can suggest a purchase under My Library in the online catalog.
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What does it mean if I have a hold placed on my library account?
If your library materials are so overdue that you have been billed for the replacement cost of the item(s), an academic hold will be placed on your account. You will be unable to register for classes, graduate, request a transcript, or check out more items until you have either returned the materials and paid the…
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What do I do if the book I want is checked out?
The book can be placed on hold for you to use after it is returned by the current user. To place a hold: Find the book in the library catalog, click on the “Request” button, and enter your user information. The library will notify you when the book has been returned and is available for…
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How much does it cost to make copies?
Black and white photocopying is available for $0.25 per page. Color copying is available through the Print Shop.
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How do I renew a book? Do I have to come to the library in person to renew?
Materials may be renewed at the library, by phone (256-216-6669), or online. Students, employees, alumni, and the community may renew items two times unless the items are overdue, or a hold has been placed on the item. Reserve items cannot be renewed. Interlibrary Loan materials cannot be renewed online, but must be requested through the…
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Can I return books when the library is closed?
Yes. If the library is closed, books may be returned in the book drop located to the right of the front doors.
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I am a student, but I do not live near campus. Can I still check out library books?
Currently enrolled Athens State University students who live more than 30 miles from Athens and do not have scheduled classes on the main campus during a semester can receive library books or articles at their homes by mail. The student is responsible for returning the items to Kares Library by the due date and for…