Recall Policy
Last Revised: 08/29/2026
Policy Statement
Course Reserves is an integral part of maintaining our mission to equitably serve Muhlenberg students with the Library’s collection. At
any point in the semester, a faculty member may request library materials be placed on course reserve for their course so all students
have access to the materials. This means that the item may need to be returned to the library if it is checked-out. We reserve the ability
to recall materials in this situation.
Policy Procedures
Regular circulating library materials are subject to be recalled by library staff members for course reserves. Recalled items will be due five calendar days from the recall date or due on the original due date, whichever is sooner.
A recall notice will be sent to individuals with recalled items through e-mail when the items are recalled. Once an item is recalled, it cannot be renewed.
If a patron still needs any items that have been recalled, they are strongly encouraged to reach out to Interlibrary Loan as soon as possible to see if an alternative item is available at another institution.