Visiting Scholars
Borrowing Services for Visiting Scholars
| Material Type | Loan Period | Renewals | # of Items |
|---|---|---|---|
| MU Books | 120 Days | 5 |
350 (20 max for MOBIUS)
|
| UM Books (MST, UMKC, UMSL) | Varies by lending institution | 2 | |
| MU Print Journals | 14 Days | 1 | |
| UMLD print journals (MU, MST,UMKC) | 14 Days | 1 | |
| Government Documents | 28 Days | 2 | |
| Equipment | Varies | 0 | |
| DVDs in Ellis Library | 7 Days | 1 | |
| DVDS in other campus libraries | 14 Days | 1 | |
| MOBIUS Books | 40 Days | 0 | |
| Interlibrary Loan | Varies by lending institution |
Contact Interlibrary Loan prior to due date 882-1101 882-0467 HSL* |
Unlimited |
Additional services for visiting scholars
Request Borrowing Privileges
In order to have borrowing privileges at MU Libraries, all visiting scholars must have a valid MU ID card and an approved form letter written by International Student and Scholar Services.
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Obtain the letter referenced above from one of the following:
- International Office or Asian Affairs Center (international guests)
- Your Department Chair’s Office (non-international guests)
- Obtain an MU ID card at the ID office located in the University Bookstore
- Take the letter and the MU ID card to the Ellis Library Checkout and Information to obtain library borrowing privileges.
