Beatrice M. Haggerty Library: FAQs

Cell phones should not be used in the library, and students should step outside of the building to make or receive phone call.

• Books check out for two weeks. 
• Reference books check out for three days. 
• Anything on reserve for a class checks out overnight.
• If you are not sure, login to your account or just ask!

qui-et (adjective): 1. making little or no noise 2. carried out discreetly, secretly, or with moderation 

Rule of thumb: whisper and pretend you want keep what you are saying a secret from the table next to you. 

EBooks are always available 24-7, even when the library is closed. Access the Overdrive e-books and e-audiobook collection with the link below:

The free Sora app can be added to any mobile device. Check with one of the librarians for your login information.

EBooks can be read in the browser or downloaded to a device. They will automatically be returned when they are due, so you never get fines from eBooks.

Yes! Renewing your library materials is as easy as logging into your library account.

1. Open the Haggerty Library Catalog.
2. Click on the "Guess" button in the right conner.
3. Click on the blue bar labelled "Login via SSO"
4. You will be logged into your account. Hover over the book you want to renew and click the "renew" button.

Note: You can also ask one of the librarians to renew your books at the circulation desk. You don't have to have the book with you.

Sometimes things turn up in a different backpack or under the bed, so don't worry about replacing the items right away.  If is not found, we will ask that you pay the purchase price, so we can replace the book in our collection. 

Eating on campus is restricted Fox Dining Hall and distributed dining on East Campus as well as a few outdoor spaces. Eating is not allowed in the library. Beverages are allowed in closed containers.