Borrow Physical Items

The Library is fully self-checkout, with kiosks available on both levels.

To Check Out An Item

Scan your Olin ID at either kiosk
Scan each item's barcode (either front-outer cover or back-interior cover)
Successful checkouts show the item name and its due date. You will also receive an emailed confirmation/due date message
There is no need to close or exit. The self-checkout automatically times out after a short period of inactivity.

Troubleshooting

If a kiosk will not turn on or scan, or displays an error message:

During staffed hours, ask Library staff for help and we will check your items out for you.
When librarians are not present, email a photo of the item's barcode to library@olin.edu and we'll process your loan the next business morning (or ask you to bring the item back if there is any issue).

Loan Periods

Item Type	Loan Period
Books and DVDs	28 days
A/V & Library of Things	7 days
Board games	14 days
Course Reserves (paper signout)	3 hours

Borrowing Policy Summary

All items must be checked out before leaving the Library. Removing items without checking them out violates Library policy and the Honor Code.
We are fine-free: We do not charge late fees or replacement costs. Instead, we rely on borrowers to return on time and report losses and damages. Please help us continue this policy by reporting issues promptly.

Mid-year policy updates: Current policies and Library updates are posted at library.olin.edu. Contact us any time with policy questions or clarification requests.