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 students of GWU:
| ITEM | MAXIMUM # OF ITEMS |
LOAN PERIOD | FINES |
| *Main and Nonprint Collections | no limit | 3 weeks | $0.25 per day |
| *Circulating Laptops | 1 item | 3 hours | $5.00 per hour |
| Reserves - 3-day item | 2 items | 72 hours | $5.00 per day |
| Reserves - 1-day item | 2 items | 24 hours | $5.00 per day |
| Reserves - 3-hour item | 2 items | 3 hours | $0.50 per hour |
| Interlibrary Loans | no limit | discretion of lender | $1.00 per day |
Reference materials, Periodicals, and Special Collections do not circulate and must be used in the library only.
There is no limit to the number of main and nonprint collection items that may be checked out; however, reserve items are limited, as shown above.
If items become overdue, students 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. It is important to watch the time carefully or expect to pay a late fine when you return the item to the Circulation Desk!
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. Fines for 3-hour reserve items, which may not leave the library, may accrue up to $36.
Main and nonprint collection items may be renewed for 3 weeks. Items may only be renewed once. When in doubt about circulation policies or fines, ask at the Circulation Desk. The library staff will be glad to answer your questions.