TexShare Library Lending Policies

Mary Couts Burnett Library
Texas Christian University
TexShare Library Card Program

LIAISON:

Cheryl Sassman, Circulation Manager
Mary Couts Burnett Library
Texas Christian University
PO Box 298400
Fort Worth TX 76129
PHONE: 817-257-7112
FAX: 817-257-7447
E-Mail: c.sassman@tcu.edu
URL: http://lib.tcu.edu

LIMITATIONS: Checkout privileges for TexShare card holders do not include access to Interlibrary Loan, reserve readings, special collections, or to electronic resources restricted by licensing agreements. TexShare patrons may not borrow audiovisual materials or musical scores. Loan privileges are suspended for patrons with expired cards, overdues, and unpaid fines.

ELIGIBILITY: TexShare cardholders should apply for borrowing privileges at the Circulation Desk, first floor, Mary Couts Burnett Library. After presenting a current/valid TexShare card and driver\'s license and completing a registration form, they are issued a TCU borrowing card. This card always expires at the end of the TCU term or session in which it was issued.

CARD AVAILABILITY: All applications and renewals must be processed before 10:00 pm. Renewal of privileges for the next semester requires a new valid TexShare card from the home institution. A review of the patron record will be made at that time to determine if it is cleared of charges and fines.

HOURS: Library hours fluctuate with the academic calendar and are updated on our web site at http://lib.tcu.edu. TexShare faculty and graduate students are admitted all hours the libray is open. Undergraduates and Public Library visitors are admitted to the library from opening until 5:00 pm on weekdats, all day Saturdays, but not on weeknights or Sundays.

RENEWAL OF MATERIALS: No renewals

RETURNS: TexShare borrowers are responsible for returning books on or by the date due. They must be returned in person or by registered or first class mail. If materials are returned when the library is closed, there are drop boxes located at the front and back of the building for 24 hour return.

MAIL RETURN: Circulation Department TCU Library, 2913 West Lowden, Fort Worth 76129

OVERDUES: The borrower is responsible for returning books by their due dates. The TCU Library sends overdue notices as a courtesy and accepts no responsibility for a late or undelivered notice.

RECALLS: All books are subject to recall. When a book is recalled, the due date specified on the recall notice replaces the original due date. Fines for overdue recalled books are $1.00 per day per book.

NON-CIRCULATING ITEMS: Include, but are not limited to, periodicals, media, microforms, musical scores, and reserves. TexShare visitors may apply to listen to or view some media on our premises.

LOAN POLICIES: Faculty and Graduate students: 5 book limit for 28 days or end of TCU term, whichever comes first. Undergraduates and Public Library: 2 book limit for 14 days or end of term, whichever comes first.

FINES: Overdue fines accrue at the rate of $.75 per day per book to a maximue fine per book of $15.00.

LOST ITEMS: An item is considered lost when it is more than 21 days overdue. We will assess cost of the item plus a processing charge of $15.00. Charges for lost books average $50.00 per item.

BILLING: Fines and other charges must be paid in person to the TCU Financial Services Office in Sadler Hall, Room 104. Their office hours are 8:30 am to 4:00 pm, Monday through Friday. Failure to pay fines or other charges will result in suspension of borrowing privileges. A paid receipt must be presented at the Circulation Desk to clear records and restore privileges.