What is LINK+
LINK+ is a book request service and union catalog that allows students, faculty and staff of The Claremont Colleges to borrow books unavailable at our Libraries from other LINK+ libraries.
More about LINK+
- How do I request a book through LINK+?
- Can I use LINK+ from telnet?
- Can I select the library where the book will be borrowed?
- How long does it take?
- How will I know when my LINK+ book has arrived?
- How long can I keep the borrowed item?
- Can I renew LINK+ books?
- Can I go to the other library and get the book myself?
- Are there fees or fines for link+ books?
How do I request a book through LINK+?
You place the request yourself via the LINK+ catalog, either from Blais or by going directly into LINK+. Within a Blais search, click on the LINK+ icon to find the book in the LINK+ catalog. Click on "Request This Item," identify yourself as being from Claremont, and type in your name and college ID number to make the request.
Can I use LINK+ from telnet?
Within a Blais search in the text based version, via telnet, you may type "G" to request a book when the book you want is displayed. After a book has been requested the system will ask for your name and college ID number.
Can I select the library where the book will be borrowed?
The LINK+ system will automatically select the lending library.
How long does it take?
Requests usually arrive in 2-4 days.
How will I know when my LINK+ book has arrived?
You can monitor the status of your requests through your library account in Blais. When the status of a requested book appears as "LINK+ RECV'D", it is ready for pickup at the Honnold/Mudd Library Circulation Desk. If Circulation has your email address, you will receive email notification when your books arrive.
How long can I keep the borrowed item?
The loan period for all LINK+ books is 21 days. There is no grace period.
Can I renew LINK+ books?
One renewal may be allowed. When a renewal is requested, the system response is "Renewal Pending;" the process may take up to an hour to complete. Check your library account to be sure the renewal is approved and the item has a new due date.
Can I go to the other library and get the book myself?
The Visiting Patron function of LINK+ allows a Claremont Colleges' student, faculty or staff with a current library account to go to most LINK+ libraries and check out books there. The books may be returned either to the owning library or to Honnold/Mudd Library.
Are there fees or fines for link+ books?
The fine for late book returns is $1.00 per item per day. The replacement charge for a lost LINK+ book is $115.00.
For questions regarding LINK+, contact Linda Gunter - (909) 607-3979, or linda.gunter@libraries.claremont.edu.