A current library barcode is required to check-out or renew library materials.  Student accounts are automatically updated prior to the beginning of each semester. Faculty and staff accounts are valid for one year, but are also updated electronically.  For more information concerning your library account call 740.351.3519, or email the Circulation Department.

• Most local and OhioLINK materials circulate for 21 day.  Special items and videos circulate for less time.
• The date due slip will indicate the return date.
• Items may be renewed if no other user has requested them. Renewals may be made on site, via the library web page, View patron record, or by phone, 740.351-3519.
• There are no overdue charges for most Shawnee State library materials however, certain SSU software CD's are $1.00 per day. OhioLINK fines are $.50 per day. If materials are not returned, check-out privileges will be suspended and/or grade transcripts will be not be issued.
• Library book returns are located at the circulation counter and the east outside wall of the library. There are also book returns outside the University Center and in the lobby of the Library building.
• Charges are made for lost and damaged library materials.
• If there are any questions about circulation policies call 740.351.3519.