Book Borrowing & Returning Policy

1. Purpose

This policy provides guidelines on how students and faculty can borrow and return books from the library.

2. Eligibility for Borrowing

• Students: Must present a school ID or any valid ID.
• Faculty & Staff: Allowed to borrow materials for extended periods. For outside library use, a valid ID must be presented or left (e.g., National ID, driver's license, etc.).
• Visitors: Can use library materials inside the library only.

3. Borrowing Terms

• General Collection: 3-day loan period, renewable if no prior request.
• Fiction Books: 1-week loan period, renewable unless requested by another user.
• Filipiniana Materials: Overnight use only, must be returned the next day.
• Reference Books: Library use only (e.g., encyclopedias, dictionaries, almanacs, etc.).

4. Borrowing Process

• Search for books using the OPAC (Online Public Access Catalog).
• Copy the call number and present it to the library staff.
• Leave your student ID to claim the book(s).
• Return the book(s) on or before the due date.

5. Returning Books

Books must be returned at the circulation counter.

6. Overdue Books & Penalties

1-day late = 1 hour of community service.

7. Lost or Damaged Books

Lost books must be reported immediately to the librarian. Replacement or repair fees may apply.

8. Photocopying Policies

Photocopying of selected materials is allowed for 1 hour only.