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Early & Elementary Education: Direct Borrowing & ILL

Search & Request Flow

First, search for books or articles owned by SU Libraries, then...

Second, search for books owned by other USM Libraries (Direct Borrowing), then...

Third, search books or articles owned by libraries across the U.S. (Interlibrary Loan).

Direct Borrowing

Direct Borrowing - Classic Catalog
You may borrow books directly from any of the 16 sister libraries in the University System of Maryland by placing your request through the online catalog. Most items arriving in 3-5 days and are totally FREE! Check out the handout above to find out how.

Interlibrary Loan (ILL)

Interlibrary Loan (ILL)
Interlibrary Loan (ILL) is a service offered to patrons who are unable to find certain books or articles through SU Libraries or other USMAI Libraries. Library staff may be able to request these items if they are owned by libraries across the United States.