How do I borrow library materials?
Do I need a library card?
Chesapeake College Library does not issue library cards. Chesapeake College students are entered into our database of library users when they register for classes. Members of the community who wish to borrow materials will be asked to fill out a Library Patron Registration form, available in person or online. It is a good idea to have your driver's license or student ID with you when you come to the library - you may be asked to identify yourself when you check out materials.
How long can I keep library materials?
Most library materials circulate for 2 weeks and may be renewed in person or over the phone. Reference books and materials on reserve for specific classes may circulate for 1 or 2 days, or not al all. Current issues of periodicals do not circulate, but back issues may be borrowed for 2 weeks.
Are there overdue fines?
Chesapeake College Library does not charge fines for overdue materials. If students have not returned library materials by the end of a term, their grades will be held and they will not be allowed to register for classes or to graduate.
What if I can't come to the library?
Students with classes at the Allied Health Center, the Cambridge Center, one of the area high school's distance learning classrooms, or students taking Chesapeake College classes online, may request library materials using the Request For Materials form. They may specify that they want to pick up materials at the Allied Health Center or the Cambridge Center. For online classes, the library will mail materials to students.
What if the library doesn't have the book I need?
If an item is not owned by the Chesapeake College Library, we will attempt to borrow it from another library.
Do you carry textbooks?
Very few. You will need to purchase your texts at the bookstore.
Do you take donations?
Yes. You may read our policies for donating materials or contact the LRC at 410-827-5860.
If there is inaccurate information on this page, please send correction or comments to: lrcdesk@chesapeake.edu