If the Library does not have the book I need, can I request that it be borrowed from another library?
Answer
Current SF State students, staff, and faculty may borrow items that the Library does not have in its collections via CSU+, our interlibrary loan service.
- On the Library's homepage, type the name of the book you would like to borrow into the search box and click the "Search" button.
- Review the search results, and click on the title of the book you would like to borrow.
- Click on the "Sign in for more options" button, and then use your SF State credentials to sign in.
- If available, click the “Get It” link under Get a physical copy and fill out the form. Click the "Send Request" button at the bottom to send your request.
- To request a chapter, click the “Get It” link under Need a Chapter? and fill out the form. Be sure to include the chapter or page numbers requested. Click the “Send” button at the bottom to send your request.
- You will be notified when your book is ready to be picked up.
If your book is not listed in the search results, click "See results from more libraries" at the top of the search page. If you book still is not listed, fill out the blank Resource Sharing request form and complete as much information as possible.
For help requesting books via interlibrary services, please email dds@sfsu.edu.