Where are the Books?
Most high-use materials are available to browse and borrow directly from the stacks in Harden Hall. These items are shelved by call number and can be checked out immediately during library hours. To support space constraints and long-term preservation, some lower-use or specialized physical materials are stored off-site. These items remain fully accessible to patrons but must be requested in advance. To determine whether an item is available in the stacks or held in Storage, begin by searching the library catalog and reviewing the location information listed near the bottom of the item record.
Our most popular materials are available to browse and borrow from the stacks in Harden Hall. Some lower-use or specialized physical items are stored off-site and must be requested in advance.
Requesting items from storage
- NMU-affiliated patrons should log in to their NMU Library Account.
- Search for the desired item, and select Request from within the Get It section of the item record.
- Provide any relevant information and select Send Request to submit.
- Community Borrowers and others may search the library catalog and submit a request using the Community Borrower Materials Request Form.
Requests are typically processed within one business day. A confirmation email will be sent when materials are ready for pickup at the Information Services Desk on the second floor of Harden Hall.