How Do I...?

Since the UDC Library is a member of the Washington Research Library Consortium (WRLC), UDC students, faculty, and staff can borrow materials from the libraries at the eight other WRLC schools: American University, Catholic University of America, Gallaudet University, George Mason University, George Washington University, Georgetown University, Howard University, and Marymount University. 

You may request that items be delivered to the UDC Library for you to pick up. (You may be able to visit member libraries in person to use or borrow materials, but please contact the member library before you visit to confirm their visitor policy.) You may not request materials that UDC owns unless the UDC copy is checked out, lost, or missing.

Step-by-Step Instructions for CLS Requests: 

• Sign in to UDC Search. (Many options are not available until you do this.)
• Search for the item.
• If it is listed as available at UDC, you may request the item for pickup by clicking "Request UDC Copy." (Books are currently stored off-site.) The item will be available for pickup the following day.
• If it is not available at UDC but is listed as available at another WRLC library, it can be requested through CLS. Click on the “CLS Request (2-3 Day Delivery)” link. 
• You will then see a form showing the requested title and your delivery location. 
• Click “Submit Request.”
• In a couple of days, the item will arrive at the UDC Library. You will receive notification by email when your materials are ready. Items must be picked up from the circulation desk on the 3rd floor of Building 71 (4250 Connecticut Ave. NW) within 10 days.
• You can always check on the status of your requests by checking your library account.
• These items may be renewed online through My Library Account. You will need to choose the item’s home library from the dropdown at the top. When you are finished with materials they may be returned to any WRLC library. Be aware that you are responsible for any fines that may accrue.
• Materials not held by any consortium library may be requested through interlibrary loan, which takes longer, doesn't let you keep the books as long, and may cost money.