The checkout period for regularly circulating books at Ryan Library for PLNU students, staff, alumni, and community members is 3 weeks, with an optional one-time renewal for an additional 3 weeks.
The checkout period for these books for FACULTY is 6 months, with no option to renew.
The checkout period for these books for ADJUNCT FACULTY is 3 months, withno option to renew.
The checkout period for DVDs for ALL BORROWERS is 1 week.
RENEWonline (when policy allows) by logging in and selecting "My Library Account" in the upper right of the screen.
OVERDUE/REPLACEMENT CHARGES
The overdue charge for regularly circulating books and DVDs is $1 per dayper item (up to $55).
The replacement cost for regularly circulating books and DVDs is $55 per item.
Student overdue/lost item charges must be paid at the cashier’s window in Draper Hall or online through their student account portal.
Faculty, staff, or community members must contact the Circulation Supervisor at circlib@pointloma.edu, or 619-849-2372.
RESERVE ITEMS: Loan period varies
The overdue charge for a 1 or 2-hour Reserve item is $1 per hour (up to $20).
The overdue charge for a 1 or 2-day Reserve item is $20 (flat fee).
The replacement cost is $55 per item.
IPAD + COMPONENTS: Loan period is 5 days
iPads may only be checked out by current PLNU student, staff, or faculty members.
Renewal is in person only at the library Circulation Desk.
The overdue charge for iPad + components is $10 per dayper item.
The replacement cost for a lost iPad + components is $580. (iPad $500 + cord/charger $30 + carrying case $50)
In addition, a $15 processing fee will be added to the replacement cost for each item, when not lost/damaged as a complete set.
INTERLIBRARY LOAN (ILL): Loan period, renewals, and fines vary
Only current students, staff, and faculty may use this service.
PLNU borrowers are subject to the lending and replacement policies established by the owning/lending libraries.
