Book Requests

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The SJSU Library will reopen on August 2, 2021. Please check our hours page for information on building and service hours.
Library services and resources are available online, and help is available via chat and e-mail.

The SJSU Library will resume lending books and other materials on February 15, 2021. We will fill requests as safety and staffing allows, while keeping a close watch on county and state guidelines.

Book Request Policy

You can request up to 5 items at a time.
There is a 4-10 day waiting period due to required quarantine periods.
Items will be put into lockers on Fridays, and can be picked up between Saturday and Thursday.
This service is available only for current San Jose State faculty, staff, and students.
The due date for all University Library items is June 15, 2021.

How to Request Books

Search

Use OneSearch to find an item you want to request.

Log In

Request

Click the Request this item link.

Pickup

You will receive an email with a barcode and pickup code for your items from vending@fastenalsolutions.com. You cannot retrieve items from the lockers without this information.
The lockers are just inside the first set of sliding doors on the campus-side entrance of the library.
Scan the barcode or enter your pickup code on the keypad to open your locker.

Lockers hours are:

Tuesday – Friday: 9am–6pm
Saturday/Sunday: 1pm–5pm
Monday: Closed

Help with locker pickup is available during locker hours by texting (408) 539-8772

Due to building restrictions, San José Public Library patrons are not able to request items for locker pickup at this time.