If your question is not answered here, please contact the library. We are happy to answer any questions you may have.
How long can I keep library materials and can I renew them?
Can I print or scan in the library?
How do I know whether my OhioLINK book arrived yet?
How can I look up a book in the catalog?
How do I format my bibliography?
Where do I pick up materials on reserve for my class?
How do I find my online class page?
Can I check out books if I'm not a student?
How many books can I check out?
I lost/damaged an item. What should I do?
Is food or drink allowed in the library?
Can I use the rare books in the Special Collection?
Does Maly Library accept donations?
How long can I keep library materials and can I renew them?
Students and Guest patrons have 3 week loan periods and can renew up to 6 times. Faculty have 6 week loan periods and can also renew up to 6 times. You can renew your books online through Your Library Account or call the library at 513-233-6136 during regular hours and ask a staff member to renew them for you. Books with holds on them must be returned and cannot be renewed.
Please return items by the due date. If they are not returned within 30 days of the due date, your privileges will be suspended, and you will owe a replacement fee ($125 per item).
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Can I print or scan in the library?
There are two scanners in the library, one on each floor, which are free to use. There is a copier on the basement level and a printer on the main floor. All photocopies and print jobs are free for students (seminarians and laity). Guest patrons may print at 10 cents/page.
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How do I know whether my OhioLINK book arrived yet?
You will receive an email notice when your book is available for pick-up at the service desk. You can check the status of your request online through Your Library Account.
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How can I look up a book in the catalog?
Basic instructions on using the catalog are found in the Basic Search Methods Guide. If you need assistance, please call or ask at the service desk.
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How do I format my bibliography?
Style sheets with explanations and examples of bibliographic entries can be found using the Citation Style Sheets Guide.
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Where do I pick up materials on reserve for my class?
All class reserve materials are held at the library service desk.
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How do I find my online class page (Populi)?
Go here: https://mtsm.populiweb.com/.
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Can I check out books if I'm not a student?
Guests with a legitimate need to use the Maly Library's resources may register for a library card. Legitimate need includes reading or researching in the subject areas that pertain to a school of theology. If you have more general interests, please visit any of the local public libraries nearby.
ID (e.g., Driver's License) is required to register for a Maly Library card. Library privileges are also extended to Bishop Fenwick Society members, other Archdiocesan parish members, and students at reciprocal Atla or OhioLINK libraries. Please see a library staff member if you are interested in a guest card.
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How many books can I check out?
Guest patrons can borrow up to 10 books at a time. MTSM students can borrow up to 40 books at a time. MTSM faculty can borrow up to 200 items at a time.
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I lost/damaged an item. What should I do?
Borrowers may be charged a replacement fee of $125 per item for lost or damaged materials. This applies to Maly Library items and OhioLINK items.
This fee is waived if the patron purchases the exact item (or a newer edition) in good or better, used or new condition for the library. Contact the library to receive detailed information about repurchasing your lost/damaged item.
If you lose an ILL item (generally borrowed from outside Ohio), you will be charged whatever the lending library charges us.
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Do you have wi-fi access?
Yes. Please ask library staff for the password.
Is food or drink allowed in the library?
No food or drink is allowed in the library. Covered drinks are permitted.
Can I use the rare books in the Special Collection?
Yes, with an appointment. Items in our Special Collection cannot be checked out and must be used on the premises under supervision. Contact the library at least 48 hours in advance to make an appointment.
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