Checking out materials

If you are registered for the current semester, you may check out materials for home use, or for use in the library.

Loan Periods

Overdue and lost book policy

Fines are not charged, but your records may be held at the Admissions Office if you don't return library materials. You won't be able to register for classes or have transcripts sent out until the items are returned or replacement fees are paid.

Taking classes at the Newark Center?

To request a print book from the Fremont campus collection, use our online catalog HANS to place a hold, and we will send the materials to Newark for you to pick up. (You can watch a video to see how.)

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Finding Reserve Materials

Reserve items are cataloged in HANS, the Ohlone College Online Catalog. Select the Course Reserve tab and then search by your instructor's name or your course number.

Please ask a librarian if you are having trouble locating Reserve Materials.

Most Reserve items are library use only, but some may be borrowed overnight or longer. Ask at the checkout desk to determine the status of each item.

Placing materials on Reserve

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At the reference desk, we can

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Journal and magazine subscriptions in both academic and recreational subjects are kept in the periodicals department in either paper or microfilm format. We have about 225 titles. Back issues of many titles are also kept. They may be copied and, except for the most recent issue, checked out for one week.

Newspapers in paper format are available on racks.

Databases of journal, magazine and newspaper articles are provided on the library's public access computers, which are connected to a network printer. The databases are Web-based. Registered students may search the Web databases, as well as the library's catalog, from their home computers.

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Library Computers:

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Display Case Availability

The Fremont LRC has three display cases available for exhibits of work from faculty, college departments,
and student clubs.

• the display cases are horizontal, 8' long and 3' wide; 
• the cases are available for two week periods, or as fits your needs.
• contact librarian to schedule your display.
• bird's eye view of one case:

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The Newark Center LRC has a primarily digital collection, including access to many reference and periodical databases. Highlights of the digital collection include:

• numerous resources for Nursing and Allied Health,
• thousands of multidisciplinary full-text periodical sources, including specialized resources in environmental studies,
• and a collection of thousands of full text ebooks including encyclopedias and specialized reference sources

To request a print book from the Fremont campus collection, use our online catalog HANS to place a hold, and we will send the materials to Newark for you to pick up. (You can watch a video to see how.)

Other Services Include:

• For students: Make a one-on-one research assistance appointment with a librarian!
• For faculty: Collaborate with a librarian on a customized research skills instructional session for your class!
• Free Wi-Fi
• Computers & Multimedia Viewing
• Print & Scan-to-Email
• Small Group Study Rooms

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The Media Center has more than 1700 videos intended for classroom use. The videos may be booked in advance and are available from the library circulation desk. Students may borrow instructional videos for up to two hours to view in the library.

All videos are fully cataloged in the Library online catalog. For complete instructions on searching for instructional videos, see our Instructional Videos FAQ.

Audiovisual equipment, technical support, and maintenance are also available through the Media Center.

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Equipment and training are provided for faculty and staff interested in incorporating technology in instruction. Please contact Deb Parziale in Professional Development at ext 6026 or dparziale@ohlone.edu. For any online education needs please contact ecampus@ohlone.edu or call ext 7579.

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The Ohlone College Learning Resources Center seeks to ensure that all individuals receive excellent library service. To that end, the library is equipped with adaptive technologies to provide access to library materials.

Students who wish to request library materials in an alternate format should contact a Disabled Student Services Counselor to discuss their needs.

It's easy to donate to the library's collections by visting the library's Wish List at Amazon.com. The Wish List is comprised of titles selected by librarians to support the curriculum, encourage reading, and stimulate the acquisition of lifelong learning skills -- your donation contributes directly to this mission. Purchase one or more of the books or dvds on the library Wish List and Amazon will send the items directly to the library. If you would like to have a book dedicated, please enclose a note with your order or contact the library.