{"id":421,"date":"1970-01-01T00:00:42","date_gmt":"1970-01-01T00:00:42","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.ramapo.edu\/library\/circulation\/"},"modified":"2026-02-26T10:37:34","modified_gmt":"2026-02-26T15:37:34","slug":"circulation","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.ramapo.edu\/library\/circulation\/","title":{"rendered":"Circulation Services and Policies"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; admin_label=&#8221;section&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row admin_label=&#8221;row&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;|||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; custom_padding__hover=&#8221;|||&#8221;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Circulation Services and Policies Header Text&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; use_border_color=&#8221;off&#8221; border_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h1>Circulation Services and Policies<\/h1>\n<p>Potter Library\u2019s Circulation Desk handles the borrowing, return, and renewal of library materials including course reserves. The Circulation Desk staff can be reached at <span id=\"et-info-phone-call\"><a href=\"tel:201.684.7575\" rel=\"nofollow\">201.684.7575<\/a><\/span>.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;Who Can Borrow&#8221; admin_label=&#8221;Who Can Borrow Toggle&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; z_index_tablet=&#8221;500&#8243; title_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; title_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; title_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; closed_title_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; closed_title_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; closed_title_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; body_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; body_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; body_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; body_link_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; body_link_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; body_link_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; body_ul_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; body_ul_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; body_ul_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; body_ol_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; body_ol_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; body_ol_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; body_quote_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; body_quote_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; body_quote_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; box_shadow_horizontal_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; box_shadow_vertical_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; box_shadow_blur_tablet=&#8221;40px&#8221; box_shadow_spread_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>Students, faculty, and staff of Ramapo College have full borrowing privileges. A valid, barcoded Ramapo ID must be presented when checking out materials. Library barcodes may be obtained at the Circulation desk.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;Guest Borrowers&#8221; admin_label=&#8221;Guest Borrowers Toggle&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; vertical_offset_tablet=&#8221;0&#8243; horizontal_offset_tablet=&#8221;0&#8243; z_index_tablet=&#8221;500&#8243; title_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; title_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; title_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; closed_title_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; closed_title_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; closed_title_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; body_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; body_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; body_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; body_link_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; body_link_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; body_link_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; body_ul_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; body_ul_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; body_ul_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; body_ol_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; body_ol_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; body_ol_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; body_quote_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; body_quote_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; body_quote_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; box_shadow_horizontal_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; box_shadow_vertical_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; box_shadow_blur_tablet=&#8221;40px&#8221; box_shadow_spread_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>The Potter Library extends borrowing privileges to:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Ramapo Alumni<\/li>\n<li>Friends of Ramapo &#8211; Including faculty and staff retirees.<\/li>\n<li>Community Borrowers \u2013 Residents of Rockland County, NY or the State of New Jersey.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Reciprocal borrowers from the Virtual Academic Library Environment (VALE) Institutions<\/strong>&nbsp;\u2013 VALE is a statewide consortium composed of public and private institutions of higher education. As a member of the VALE Reciprocal Borrowing Program, Ramapo offers borrowing privileges to students, faculty and staff from other participating institutions. A signed \u201cVALE Reciprocal Borrowing Application Form\u201d, available from their home library, will need to be presented at Potter Library\u2019s Circulation Desk. The patron will then be issued with a guest borrower\u2019s card, which will be valid for one academic year and will have an expiration date of June 30.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;Loan Periods&#8221; admin_label=&#8221;Loan Periods Toggle&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; vertical_offset_tablet=&#8221;0&#8243; horizontal_offset_tablet=&#8221;0&#8243; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; z_index_tablet=&#8221;500&#8243; title_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; title_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; title_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; closed_title_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; closed_title_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; closed_title_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; body_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; body_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; body_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; 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Please note that course reserve items may not be renewed. Patrons may renew in person, by calling the Circulation Desk (201-684-7575) or by selecting the\u00a0<strong>My Account<\/strong>\u00a0tab from the library\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/ramapo.bywatersolutions.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">online catalog<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;Fines and Fees for Overdue Items&#8221; admin_label=&#8221;Fines and Fees for Overdue Items Toggle&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; vertical_offset_tablet=&#8221;0&#8243; horizontal_offset_tablet=&#8221;0&#8243; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; z_index_tablet=&#8221;500&#8243; title_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; title_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; title_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; closed_title_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; closed_title_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; closed_title_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; body_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; body_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; body_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; body_link_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; body_link_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; body_link_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; body_ul_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; body_ul_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; body_ul_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; body_ol_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; body_ol_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; body_ol_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; body_quote_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; body_quote_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; body_quote_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; box_shadow_horizontal_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; box_shadow_vertical_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; box_shadow_blur_tablet=&#8221;40px&#8221; box_shadow_spread_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]<\/p>\n<p>Patrons are responsible for returning library materials on time. Notices for overdue materials are sent as a courtesy and failure to get one does not relieve a borrower from the responsibility of returning the overdue materials.<\/p>\n<p>A fine of $75.00 ($50 replacement fee and $25 processing fee) will be charged for items that are not returned 28 days after the due date. A bill will be generated on students\u2019 Office of Student Accounts accounts. Borrowing privileges will be suspended for outstanding charges of $75 or more. Transcripts and diplomas may also be held until the charges are resolved. To avoid fines please return all materials promptly.<\/p>\n<p>Any questions about book charges should be directed to&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ramapo.edu\/library\/contact-form-lpa\/\">Lili Pasaporte<\/a>, at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ramapo.edu\/library\/contact-form-lpa\/\">lpasapor@ramapo.edu<\/a>. or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ramapo.edu\/library\/contact-form-mti\/\">Madel Tisi<\/a>, at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ramapo.edu\/library\/contact-form-mti\/\">mtisi@ramapo.edu<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;Fines and Fees for Overdue Course Reserves&#8221; admin_label=&#8221;Fines and Fees for Overdue Course Reserves Toggle&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; vertical_offset_tablet=&#8221;0&#8243; horizontal_offset_tablet=&#8221;0&#8243; z_index_tablet=&#8221;500&#8243; title_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; title_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; title_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; closed_title_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; closed_title_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; closed_title_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; body_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; body_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; body_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; body_link_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; body_link_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; body_link_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; body_ul_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; body_ul_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; body_ul_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; body_ol_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; body_ol_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; body_ol_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; body_quote_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; body_quote_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; body_quote_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; box_shadow_horizontal_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; box_shadow_vertical_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; box_shadow_blur_tablet=&#8221;40px&#8221; box_shadow_spread_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>Due to the high demand for Course Reserves, fines will be strictly imposed if items are kept past the due date and time:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>All course reserve items only circulate for 4 hours. If an item is not returned on time, we will charge an overdue fine of $1.00\/hour for each item, with a maximum fine of $100.<\/li>\n<li>Once the item is returned, and proven to be in good condition, a bill will be generated charging the student the appropriate late fee.<\/li>\n<li>Once the maximum fine is reached and if the item has still not been returned, a bill will be generated charging the student a $100 late fee, a replacement charge based on the current cost of the item, and an additional $25 processing fee.<\/li>\n<li>A student may be permitted to purchase a replacement copy after consulting with the Course Reserves Coordinator (see contact info below). The student will still be billed for the $25 processing fee, as well as the appropriate late fees.<\/li>\n<li>Additional fees will be assessed and charged if items are returned in damaged condition.<\/li>\n<li>The student\u2019s borrowing privileges will be suspended until the overdue item is returned and the outstanding fines and fees are paid to the Office of Student Accounts.<\/li>\n<li>All fines and fees must be paid to the Bursar\u2019s Office.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Any questions on Course Reserves fines and fees should be directed to&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ramapo.edu\/library\/contact-form-rgr\/\">Robert JP Graham<\/a>, Course Reserves Coordinator, at&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ramapo.edu\/library\/contact-form-rgr\/\">rgraham6@ramapo.edu<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;Replacements for Lost Books&#8221; admin_label=&#8221;Replacements for Lost Books Toggle&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.18.0&#8243; z_index_tablet=&#8221;500&#8243; title_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; title_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; title_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; closed_title_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; closed_title_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; closed_title_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; body_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; body_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; body_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; body_link_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; body_link_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; body_link_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; body_ul_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; body_ul_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; body_ul_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; body_ol_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; body_ol_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; body_ol_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; body_quote_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; body_quote_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; body_quote_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; box_shadow_horizontal_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; box_shadow_vertical_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; box_shadow_blur_tablet=&#8221;40px&#8221; box_shadow_spread_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>The default price for replacing lost books is $75.00. A patron may replace the lost book with one that he or she has bought providing it has the same International Standard Book Number (ISBN) as the lost book and is in new or like-new condition.\u00a0<span style=\"color: #8c0000\"><strong>Please note that the library will not accept damaged items or items with mark up as replacements.<\/strong><\/span>\u00a0Prior to purchasing a replacement copy, the patron should check with the Circulation staff first. 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To avoid charges, please return all special items promptly.<\/p>\n<table class=\"center\" width=\"100%\" border=\"1\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><strong><\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>Audio Headphones<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>Sensory Ear Muffs<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>Hiking Kits<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>Balance Cushions(includes pump)<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Replacement Costs<\/td>\n<td>$30<\/td>\n<td>$25<\/td>\n<td>$60<\/td>\n<td>$35<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>Any questions should be directed to&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ramapo.edu\/library\/contact-form-lpa\/\">Lili Pasaporte<\/a>, at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ramapo.edu\/library\/contact-form-lpa\/\">lpasapor@ramapo.edu<\/a>. or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ramapo.edu\/library\/contact-form-mti\/\">Madel Tisi<\/a>, at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ramapo.edu\/library\/contact-form-mti\/\">mtisi@ramapo.edu<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;Holds on Circulating Books&#8221; admin_label=&#8221;Holds on Circulating Books Toggle&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; z_index_tablet=&#8221;500&#8243; title_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; title_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; title_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; closed_title_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; closed_title_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; closed_title_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; body_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; body_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; body_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; body_link_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; body_link_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; body_link_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; body_ul_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; body_ul_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; body_ul_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; body_ol_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; body_ol_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; body_ol_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; body_quote_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; body_quote_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; body_quote_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; box_shadow_horizontal_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; box_shadow_vertical_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; box_shadow_blur_tablet=&#8221;40px&#8221; box_shadow_spread_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>Patrons may put a hold on items that are checked out by speaking to a Circulation staff. 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A form (available from the Circulation Desk), should be completed in cases of missing books or when patrons claim to have returned the books that are still outstanding in their accounts. Our staff will conduct thorough searches for the book and patrons will be notified of the outcome.<\/p>\n<p>If patrons have any questions about their accounts, they should contact\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ramapo.edu\/library\/contact-form-mti\/\">Madel Tisi<\/a>, Circulation, Reference &amp; Instruction Librarian at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ramapo.edu\/library\/contact-form-mti\/\">mtisi@ramapo.edu<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ramapo.edu\/library\/contact-form-lpa\/\">Lili Pasaporte<\/a>, at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ramapo.edu\/library\/contact-form-lpa\/\">lpasapor@ramapo.edu<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;Food and Drink Policy&#8221; admin_label=&#8221;Food and Drink Policy Toggle&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; z_index_tablet=&#8221;500&#8243; title_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; title_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; title_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; closed_title_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; closed_title_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; closed_title_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; body_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; body_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; body_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; body_link_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; body_link_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; body_link_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; body_ul_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; body_ul_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; body_ul_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; body_ol_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; body_ol_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; body_ol_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; body_quote_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; body_quote_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; body_quote_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; box_shadow_horizontal_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; box_shadow_vertical_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; box_shadow_blur_tablet=&#8221;40px&#8221; box_shadow_spread_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>Food and covered drinks are permitted in most areas in the library except in the Special Collections Room (Archives, American History Textbook Project, and the Center for Holocaust &#038; Genocide Studies).<\/p>\n<p><!--\n\n<p>Beverages in covered containers are permitted in the library. 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Library barcodes may [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":68,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","template":"","meta":{"_et_pb_use_builder":"on","_et_pb_old_content":"<h1>Circulation Services and Policies<\/h1>\r\nPotter Library\u2019s Circulation Desk handles the borrowing, return, and renewal of library materials including course reserves. The Circulation Desk staff can be reached at (201) 684-7575.\r\n\r\n[collapse name=\"Who Can Borrow \"]\r\nStudents, faculty, and staff of Ramapo College have full borrowing privileges. A valid, barcoded Ramapo ID must be presented when checking out materials. Library barcodes may be obtained at the Circulation desk.\r\n\r\n[\/collapse]\r\n\r\n[collapse name=\"Guest Borrowers\"]\r\nThe Potter Library extends borrowing privileges to:\r\n<ul>\r\n\t<li>Ramapo Alumni<\/li>\r\n\t<li>Friends of Ramapo<\/li>\r\n\t<li>Community Borrowers - Residents of Rockland County, NY or the State of New Jersey.<\/li>\r\n\t<li><strong>Reciprocal borrowers from the Virtual Academic Library Environment (VALE) Institutions<\/strong> - VALE is a statewide consortium composed of public and private institutions of higher education. As a member of the VALE Reciprocal Borrowing Program, Ramapo offers borrowing privileges to students, faculty and staff from other participating institutions. A signed \"VALE Reciprocal Borrowing Application Form\", available from their home library, will need to be presented at Potter Library's Circulation Desk. The patron will then be issued with a guest borrower's card, which will be valid for one academic year and will have an expiration date of June 30.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n[\/collapse]\r\n\r\n[collapse name=\"Loan Periods\"]\r\n<table class=\"center\" width=\"100%\" border=\"1\">\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td><strong>Patrons<\/strong><\/td>\r\n<td><strong>Books<\/strong><\/td>\r\n<td><strong>Course Reserves<\/strong><\/td>\r\n<td><strong>Videos\/DVDs<\/strong><\/td>\r\n<td><strong>Bestsellers<\/strong><\/td>\r\n<td><strong>Laptops<\/strong><\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Ramapo Undergraduate Students<\/td>\r\n<td>14 days, no limit, 2 renewals<\/td>\r\n<td>4 hours, limit 1, no renewals<\/td>\r\n<td>4 hours, limit 1, no renewals<\/td>\r\n<td>28 days, limit 2, 1 renewal<\/td>\r\n<td>2 hours, no renewals; Library Use Only<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Ramapo Faculty<\/td>\r\n<td>End of semester; no limit, no renewals<\/td>\r\n<td>3 days, limit 3, no renewals<\/td>\r\n<td>7 days, limit 3, no renewals<\/td>\r\n<td>28 days, limit 2, 1 renewal<\/td>\r\n<td>N\/A<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Ramapo Adjunct Faculty & Staff<\/td>\r\n<td>28 days; no limit, no renewals<\/td>\r\n<td>4 hours, limit 1, no renewals<\/td>\r\n<td>7 days, limit 3, no renewals<\/td>\r\n<td>28 days, limit 2, 1 renewal<\/td>\r\n<td>N\/A<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Ramapo Graduate Students<\/td>\r\n<td>28 days, no limit, 2 renewals<\/td>\r\n<td>4 hours, limit 1 no renewals<\/td>\r\n<td>4 hours, limit 1, no renewals<\/td>\r\n<td>28 days, limit 2, 1 renewal<\/td>\r\n<td>N\/A<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Alumni, Community Borrowers<\/td>\r\n<td>14 days, limit 3, 1 renewal<\/td>\r\n<td>N\/A<\/td>\r\n<td>N\/A<\/td>\r\n<td>28 days, limit 2, 1 renewal<\/td>\r\n<td>N\/A<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>VALE Reciprocal Faculty, Staff<\/td>\r\n<td>28 days, limit 3, 1 renewal<\/td>\r\n<td>N\/A<\/td>\r\n<td>N\/A<\/td>\r\n<td>N\/A<\/td>\r\n<td>N\/A<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>VALE Reciprocal Undergraduate Students & Graduate Students<\/td>\r\n<td>14 days, limit 3, 1 renewal<\/td>\r\n<td>N\/A<\/td>\r\n<td>N\/A<\/td>\r\n<td>N\/A<\/td>\r\n<td>N\/A<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/tbody>\r\n<\/table>\u00a0\r\n[\/collapse]\r\n\r\n[collapse name=\"Renewals\"]\r\nBooks may be renewed two times unless another patron has requested them. Please note that course reserve items may not be renewed. Patrons may renew in person, by calling the Circulation Desk (201-684-7575) or by selecting the <strong>My Account<\/strong> tab from the library <a href=\"http:\/\/ramapo.bywatersolutions.com\/\" target=\"_blank\">online catalog<\/a>.\r\n\r\n[\/collapse]\r\n[collapse name=\"Fines and Fees for Overdue Items\"]\r\nPatrons are responsible for returning library materials on time. Notices for overdue materials are sent as a courtesy and failure to get one does not relieve a borrower from the responsibility of returning the overdue materials.\r\n\r\nA fine of $75.00 ($50 replacement fee and $25 processing fee) will be charged for items that are not returned 28 days after the due date. A bill will be generated on students' Office of Student Accounts accounts. Borrowing privileges will be suspended for outstanding charges of $75 or more. Transcripts and diplomas may also be held until the charges are resolved. To avoid fines please return all materials promptly.\r\n\r\nAny questions about book charges should be directed to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ramapo.edu\/library\/contact-form-kpr\/\">Kevin Prendergast<\/a>, Technical Assistant, at 201-684-7579 ( email: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ramapo.edu\/library\/contact-form-kpr\/\">kprender@ramapo.edu<\/a>).\r\n\r\n[\/collapse]\r\n\r\n[collapse name=\"Replacements for Lost Books\"]\r\nThe default price for replacing lost books is $75.00. A patron may replace the lost book with one that he or she has bought providing it has the same International Standard Book Number (ISBN) as the lost book. <strong style=\"color:#900\">Please note that the library will not accept damaged items or items with mark up as replacements.<\/strong> Prior to purchasing a replacement copy, the patron should check with the Circulation staff first. The patron will be billed for $25.00 processing fee, to be collected by the Office of Student Accounts.\r\n\r\n[\/collapse]\r\n\r\n[collapse name=\"Holds on Circulating Books\"]\r\nPatrons may put a hold on items that are checked out by speaking to a Circulation staff. Patrons will be notified when the book is returned and the book will be on the \"Hold\" shelf. The book will be shelved back on the regular shelves if it is not picked up in seven days. <strong>Note<\/strong>: Course reserve items, video cassettes and DVDs may not be put on hold.\r\n\r\n[\/collapse]\r\n[collapse name=\"Missing Book Searches\"]\r\nPatrons who cannot find books on the shelves should ask the Circulation staff for assistance. A form (available from the Circulation Desk), should be completed in cases of missing books or when patrons claim to have returned the books that are still outstanding in their accounts. Our staff will conduct thorough searches for the book and patrons will be notified of the outcome.\r\n\r\nIf patrons have any questions about their accounts, they should contact <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ramapo.edu\/library\/contact-form-mti\/\">Madel Tisi<\/a><\/strong><\/a>, Circulation, Reference & Instruction Librarian at 201-684-7510 (email: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ramapo.edu\/library\/contact-form-mti\/\">mtisi@ramapo.edu<\/a>).\r\n\r\n[\/collapse]\r\n[collapse name=\"Book Drop\"]\r\nPatrons may return books in the book drop (located outside the main entrance of the library building) only when the library is closed. 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