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Requesting Library Materials

You may request that an item from an MCC or Omaha Public Library (OPL) be sent to specific MCC campus locations.

NOTE: Deliveries through this option are only made to: Elkhorn Valley Campus, Fort Omaha Campus, South Omaha Campus. Do not use it if you wish to have items sent to the ATC, Fremont or Sarpy Centers.

  1. Search for the item in the MCC/OPL library catalog
  2. Click on the title, then click on “Request” (link in the upper left)
  3. Log on to your account. If you have an OPL card you can use your OPL barcode and PIN. Otherwise, provide your MCC ID and PIN as follows:
    • Precede your ID number with an M.
    • Your ID number must contain seven digits. Add leading zeroes if necessary. Example: M0001234.
    • Your PIN defaults to either your birthdate (mmdd) or the last four digits of the telephone number you provided to MCC. This is not the same password you use to access student email.
  4. Select your campus pickup location and click “Submit.”
  5. Be sure to log out when you are finished (link in upper right).

Allow two working days for your material to arrive from a MCC location and one week from OPL. If the item you requested is already checked out, you will be placed on a waiting list.

Interlibrary Loan (through Clio or Worldcat)

Interlibrary Loan is a free service allowing MCC students and employees to request books, articles and DVDs not available at MCC Library locations. Interlibrary Loan offers access to hundreds of academic and public library collections throughout the United States and can be accessed using the Clio and Worldcat databases.

Clio – for MCC students and staff

Use Clio to submit book/DVD/article requests and view the status of your requests

  • Log on using your MCC username and password.
    NOTE: Enter only your username, not your complete email address.
  • The first time you log on you will be asked to edit your personal information.
  • To submit a request, click on “New Request” then select the appropriate form.
  • Click on “Your Requests” to view the status of your requests.

Worldcat

WorldCat can also be used to search for books/DVDs and submit interlibrary loan requests.
NOTE: In order to track the status of interlibrary loan requests made in WorldCat, you must first create a WorldCat account.

What Items Can I Borrow?

Most library materials may be borrowed. All libraries have certain types of materials they will not loan and we may not be able to obtain those materials for you. Examples include reference books, entire issues of magazines or newspapers and audiovisual or multimedia items (DVDs, computer disks, etc.). You may request one copy of the same textbook only once per quarter. Renewals are not allowed.

How Will I Know My Item is Ready?

Library staff will find a library owning your requested items and will request a loan or photocopy on your behalf. You will be contacted when the item is available for pick up at a MCC campus library. Some photocopies may be emailed to you or made available on a website for you to retrieve.

How Long Does Interlibrary Loan Take?

On average, most materials will arrive within two weeks from the date of your request. The length of time depends on many factors, including the geographic location of the lending library.

Is There a Cost?

Interlibrary Loan is a free service. Any photocopy, processing or postage fees will be paid by MCC.

How Long Can I Keep Items?

Photocopies are yours to keep. Loan periods for other items are set by the lending library and average around four weeks. Some lending libraries allow renewals. You may be charged $1.00 a day for each item kept beyond the due date.

What Happens If I Fail to Return Items?

You will be charged $100 for each item you do not return. A hold will be placed on your student account with the MCC Business Office. You may also be charged an additional fee by the lending library.

Can I Renew Items?

Textbooks cannot be renewed. Other items may be renewed depending on the lending library. Request a renewal through your Clio account, email Scott Mahoney before the item’s due date or call 531-622-1324.
NOTE: Do not renew interlibrary loan items yourself through your WebPAC or Omaha Public Library account. You must contact library staff.

You may recommend items for purchase by MCC libraries by completing a Library Purchase Request Form. NOTE: Items needed on an immediate basis should be requested via Interlibrary Loan.