Like most libraries, the library at Gardner-Webb University has checkout policies and fine schedules. A patron must have a valid ID card to check out any type of item. The following schedule is for community patrons of GWU:
| ITEM | MAXIMUM # OF ITEMS |
LOAN PERIOD | FINES |
| *Main and Nonprint Collections | 3 items | 3 weeks | $0.25 per day |
| *Puppets | 3 items | 3 weeks | $0.25 per day |
*renewable
GRACE PERIOD: 7 days
Reference materials, periodicals, and special collections do not circulate to community patrons but can be used in the library. Circulating laptops are for use by Gardner-Webb students, faculty, and staff only.
Community patrons may check out up to 3 items for a 3-week period.
If items become overdue, patrons are expected to pay the late charges. When a patron has overdue items or over $5 in accumulated fines, the patron may not check out any other material from the library until the items are returned and the fines paid.
All patrons must pay for lost items. This charge may include up to $15 in overdue fines, $15 for a replacement/processing fee, plus the actual cost of the item lost.
Items may be renewed only once for a period of 3 weeks. When in doubt about circulation policies or fines, ask at the Circulation Desk. The library staff will be glad to answer your questions.