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Public Services - Using the Library

Find various information on library services and policies.

Welcome

The library's Public Services Department is committed to meeting the various needs of the University's students, faculty, staff, and community patrons, by providing information and access to the library's materials and services. You can reach the Resource Desk by phone at (757) 352-4150 or by email at resourcedesk@regent.edu, and we can also direct your call.

Locating Books & Other Items

If you've already determined a title or author, consult the Resource Desk for the exact physical location & call number.
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If you are still doing research and you have yet to determine what item meets your needs, consult the Research librarians department via the Ask a Librarian options: chat, appointments, & email.

Checking Items Out

Library materials may be borrowed for certain periods of time, which differ based on student or faculty status, by bringing the items to the Resource Desk during library hours along with your student ID or library card. If you need assistance finding items, please ask at the Resource Desk. 
 

If you are a distance student, you can request all the items you need in Primo through Fulfillment Services (ILL)

Renewing Items

Items may be renewed onlinebefore the due date, by logging into your account. You can either "Renew All" to renew all the items you have out, or you can checkmark the box next to each item you would like to renew and select "Renew Marked."
 

Renewals may also be requested by email, by calling (757)352-4150, or by bringing a proper ID to the Resource Desk. 

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ll renewals are capped by the "Max Checkout Length" which indicates the maximum length of time an item can be used before being checked back in. For information on Max Checkout Length, check under your patron type page. 

Returning Items

You can return your items at any time in one of the book-drops located in the Library parking lot or the Communication parking lot. You can also return your items directly at the Resource Desk during our hours of operation.

If you are a distance student, you can mail your items to:

Fulfillment Services (ILL)

Regent University Library

1000 Regent University Drive

Virginia Beach, VA 23464-9894

Please remember to insure your package as you are financially responsible for the content. 

Item Holds & Requests

For hold information, click here