Faculty/Staff Patron Borrowing Policy
Trexler Library Policy Summary for Faculty/Staff Patrons
(Faculty/Staff, Retired Faculty/Staff, Board of Trustees, Family/Spouse, Allentown Art Museum)
The Library exists to meet the needs of the students, faculty and staff of Muhlenberg College.
Borrowing Policy
| Type | Days | Max # |
|---|---|---|
| Books (Main Collection) | Semester | |
| Government Documents | Semester | |
| Audiobooks | 28 Days | 25 |
| CD's | 28 Days | 25 |
| Films (VHS/DVD/BLU) | 28 Days | 25 |
| Musical Scores | 28 Days | 25 |
| Juvenile | 21 Days | |
| Leisure Reading | 21 Days | |
| Reference | 3 Days | |
| Reserves | Various |
Non-circulating materials available for use in the library include reference works, periodicals, rare books, archives and manuscripts.
Renewals
To renew Trexler Library Materials, patrons may:
- call (484) 664-3500 (ext. x3500 from campus phones)
- email the Circulation Desk, [email protected]
- access their library account through the Trexler webpage – trexler.muhlenberg.edu
To renew Interlibrary Loan (ILL) Materials, follow the directions on the strap or contact the ILL office at [email protected].
Fees
- Unreturned, lost or damaged items will be billed by Trexler Library by email. If you receive a bill and are experiencing financial
hardship, please contact the Head Librarian. - $250 in billed items will result in suspension of library privileges.
- If items are returned then fees are resolved.
Lost/Damaged Materials
If a book is lost or damaged, the borrower is responsible for paying the cost to replace the item, including a processing fee. Individuals
will be billed by Trexler library for replacement
Assistance:
- Faculty can place audiovisual materials, books, and photocopied readings on course reserve. Reserves may be reached at (484)
664-3540 (ext. x5340 from campus phones) or by email at r[email protected] - For questions or concerns, please contact the Head Librarian or [email protected] to be connected with the correct
person.