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Home > Academics > Support Services > Library > FAQs
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Library Cards: Who can use the library? NDSCS students - present valid student ID- Student spouses - complimentary card
- Student high school children - complimentary card
NDSCS employees - present valid employee ID- Employee spouses - complimentary card
- Employee high school children - complimentary card
ODIN university students - present valid barcoded ID
Present a valid student ID from:
- NDSU
- University of Mary
- Moorhead State University
- Concordia College
- Interstate College
- Fergus Falls Community College
Residents of Richland and Wilkin Counties may apply for library cards:
- Adults - three year fee $15
- High school students - $5 fee, good to August 31 of Senior year
Retired staff - complimentary card
Graduates of NDSCS - complimentary card
Corporate card for business related use - three year fee $30
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What materials can I check out?The library has many different collections available, all based on the curriculum taught at NDSCS. There are also leisure materials in the form of CDs, DVDs, Book Club fiction, graphic novels, and a variety of general interest materials.
The library subscribes to all North Dakota daily newspapers, as well as some from bordering states. Some weekly papers are sent without charge by their publishers. If yours is not among these, talk to one of the Library staff and a request will be sent to the newspaper.
Library material in the public area may be used inside the library by anyone. These items and any material kept in closed stacks and behind the Circulation Desk may be checked out with a valid library card.
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| Loan Periods & Overdue Fees |
| Material |
Loan Period |
Grace Period |
Fees |
| Books |
3 weeks |
4 days |
$.20 per day |
| Magazines |
1 week |
4 days |
$.20 per day |
| CD, VHS, DVD |
1 week |
4 days |
$.20 per day |
Renewals
Renewals may be made up to three times per item as long as no one else has requested the material. Patrons may bring in the material to be renewed or may use the self-renewal option in ODIN. For more information about self-renewal, please ask at the Circulation Desk. Materials are subject to recall by faculty immediately and by other patrons after 2 weeks.
Non-Circulating: Reference, display periodicals and newspapers, microforms. Materials are due on the date indicated. Notices mean the material is already overdue. Do not wait to receive a notice before returning the item.
Library Fines
Fines are imposed on overdue material as an incentive to return material when due. Patrons are encouraged to renew material and avoid using the grace period or paying fines.
Reserve materials have a much shorter grace period and fines accrue more quickly. Additional details on fines and charges should be requested by calling the Circulation Desk. Blocks are placed on the records of those with excessive fines. All charges must be satisfied before items can again be checked out.
Hold for non-return items
Students will be charged for items that are not returned. If any item is not returned on time, the student will be charged for the missing item as well as a processing fee. If the item is then returned, the charge will be reduced to the processing fee only, unless the item is damaged.
Records and registration will be held up if library fees are not paid. Contact the staff as soon as possible if you have any questions. Like all college records, library records are confidential; and students are notified of any fees.
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What if the library doesn't have something I need?Library staff can order books or photocopies of articles that are not available at the library through the InterLibrary Loan system.
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How can I learn how to use the library?Students receive orientation to the library in English classes and may have instructional sessions in the library for other classes. In addition, library staff are available to help you get started with your research.
Can I do research and write papers or other projects in the library?All library computer workstations are set up for doing research on specific databases, as well as searching for material on the internet, and are available for writing papers. E-mail and personal searching are also possible, based on availability of computers. All of our computers have Internet access.
Can I use my laptop in the library?In order to have access to the network students must have a network card. They will need to check with Computer Services to be set up properly.
Is there a photocopier?A copier is located by the computers on the first floor. Copies are 10¢ a page.
What other college services are available in the Mildred Johnson Library building?- Instructional Technology
- Academic Services Center
- IVN (Interactive Video Network) classrooms
- ITV (Instructional Television) classroom
- Classrooms
An elevator is located in the central stairwell of the library and can be used to reach the second floor departments. Make arrangements at the circulation desk in the library to gain access to them as well as the second floor and mezzanine of the Library.
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