UI libraries announce due date changes, instructions for returning damaged items

To best support our library users needs and accommodate issues resulting from flooding, the University Libraries has extended due dates and is providing assistance with damaged materials.

DUE DATE CHANGES

Faculty loans that have not been recalled are now due June 1, 2009.

Graduate loans that have not been recalled are now due January 28, 2009.

Short-term loans that were due between June 12 and July 9 are now due August 1, 2008.

Items that were recalled and were due between June 12 and July 9 are now due August 1, 2008.

If you have any questions about due dates, you can "Check My Account" (http://infohawk.uiowa.edu/myaccount) from the Libraries' website.

DAMAGED MATERIALS

If you have library books that were damaged in the flooding, there are several options for returning them.

Wet, but not muddy books -- wrap in wax paper and put in your freezer.

Muddy books-- rinse as best you can, put in freezer bag and freeze. Wear gloves when handling books to protect yourself.

Books tossed/lost during recovery efforts -- contact Main Library Circulation lib-maincirc@uiowa.edu or 319-335-5912. Staff will retrieve title information and start the replacement process.

For any questions relating to library materials please contact Main Library Circulation staff at lib-maincirc@uiowa.edu or 319-335-5912.