Affiliated Patron Borrowing Policy
Last Revised: 06/28/2023
(Alumni, Clergy, Board of Associates)
The Library exists to meet the needs of the students, faculty and staff of Muhlenberg College.
Borrowing Policy
| Type | Days | Max # |
|---|---|---|
| Books (Main Collection) | 28 Days | |
| Audiobooks | 21 Days | 6 |
| Government Documents | 21 Days | 6 |
| Juvenile | 21 Days | 6 |
| Musical Scores | 21 Days | 6 |
| New York Times Bestsellers | 21 Days | 6 |
| CD's | 7 Days | 6 |
| Films (VHS/DVD/BLU) | 7 Days | 6 |
| Reference | 3 Days |
Maximum checkout: 100 items
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, circulationdesk@muhlenberg.edu
To renew Interlibrary Loan (ILL) Materials, follow the directions on the strap.
Fees
- Fines are $2.00/day for interlibrary loan items.
- Unreturned, lost or damaged items will be billed.
- $100 in billed items will result in suspension of library privileges.
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.
Library Card Expiration
Trexler Library Affiliated library cards are valid for one year. After a year, library staff needs to verify contact information and then will renew a patron’s card for the next year.