Hellenic American University Library

The Library of Hellenic American University uses an Interlibrary Loan System to locate and obtain resources from libraries in the US and elsewhere. Resources that eligible users of the library may borrow through this system include articles, eBooks, dissertations, government documents and technical reports, all in electronic format.

Eligibility

Currently enrolled students, faculty, staff and alumni of Hellenic American University are eligible to request materials through Interlibrary Loan.

Procedures

1. To make an Interlibrary Loan request, first search our Databases to make sure that we don’t already have the material. We cannot process requests for items held locally.

2. Then fill out the appropriate form and email it to: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
  ⇒ ILL Articles form
  ⇒ ILL Books form

3. You will need to make a separate request form for different items you are requesting, and provide complete and accurate information to avoid delays in processing.

4. An interlibrary loan electronic transaction is usually completed within 3-5 days

5. The library will notify you via email when the material has arrived and all material will be delivered electronically.

6. The library will also notify you if the material you have requested is not available.

Material Types

Electronic books and journal articles are the most commonly requested interlibrary loan materials. However, the following types of materials cannot be supplied through ILL:

• Archival materials
• Rare or valuable materials
• Films
• Reference books
• Conference papers
• Audiovisual materials (videos, DVDs, CDs)

Copyright

The Library adheres to the U.S. Copyright Law (Title 17, United States Code, Sections 107 and 108), CONTU Guidelines, the Greek copyright law 2121/1993 and European guidelines. The Library reserves the right to refuse to fill a request if, in its judgment, doing so would violate copyright law. As is the case with all other Library services, patrons are expected to comply with copyright laws when using materials obtained through the Interlibrary Loan System.

Charges and Fees

There is no charge for using the ILL service; however, you might need to pay handling fees charged by the lending library. In case there are any handling fees, you will be asked to confirm that you want the Library to proceed with the request.

Restrictions

The Interlibrary Loan System supports learning, teaching, research, and scholarship at Hellenic American University and is thus available only to students, faculty and staff at these institutions. The Library reserves the right to review patron requests for interlibrary loan services and to decline such requests at the Library’s sole discretion.

Affiliations

The Library is a member of:

• ALA (American Libraries Associations)
• IFLA (International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions)
• Association of Greek Librarians and Information Scientists
• NHCUC (New Hampshire College and University Council)