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Distance Learners
CSU Stanislaus (CSUS) distance learners are those students enrolled in CSUS courses or programs offered at locations other than the main campus in Turlock or the branch campus in Stockton. CSUS-Stockton students should use the CSU Stanislaus-Stockon Library page for requesting materials and other library services.
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Requirements for Library Services
- To be eligible for library services, the student must be currently enrolled in one or more CSU Stanislaus courses and possess a CSU Stanislaus student ID card.
Student ID Cards
- Upon verification that the distance learner has registered and paid their fees, the Library will send a form to the student to be completed and returned. Upon receipt of the completed form, the Circulation Department will produce a pictureless ID card and will mail it to the student. If you prefer an ID card with a picture, you may obtain one by visiting the Student Union Information Desk in Turlock or the Student Information Center in Stockton.
Finding Information
- Books and other materials owned by the CSU Stanislaus Library can be found by using our Library Catalog. The CSUS Library Catalog and other libraries’ online catalogs can be accessed through our Library Web Site by clicking on Find Books and Other Library Materials.
- For articles, use the Library website's Find Articles in Journals, Magazines & Newspapers link and select a resource appropriate to your subject area.
- To search the Internet, use the Library's Search Engines link and click on your preferred search engine.
As a student of CSU Stanislaus you have borrowing privileges at the libraries of any of the CSU campuses. Just present your student ID card upon request. You may also be required to show a valid driver’s license or other means of identification. Similarly, as a resident of your local community, you have access to your local public library and may also have access to libraries at local colleges and universities. Ask a Reference Librarian at any library for assistance. CSUS-Stockton students may obtain library services through the CSUS-Stockton Library Access Center.
Help With Course Assignments
- The Reference Librarians at CSU Stanislaus are available to provide help getting information for course assignments. You can call the Library collect at (209) 667-3233, identify yourself as a distance learner, and ask to speak to a Reference Librarian. You can also use the Library’s online Submit a Reference Question by Email form.
Getting the Books or Journals You Want
- If you have located books or journal titles through our Library Catalog that CSU Stanislaus owns, you can request these items online by using our online request forms. You will need your student ID card to use these forms.
- These materials will be checked out to you and mailed first class to your home. Every attempt will be made to respond within 48 hours (not including weekends).
- If you have located books or journal articles not available at CSU Stanislaus, the Library’s Interlibrary Loan Department can get them for you from other libraries. You can request items online by using our online Interlibrary Loan Forms. You will need your student ID card to use these forms. Indicate in the “Comments” section of the form that you are a distance learner, and your material will be mailed to the address indicated.
Returning Library Materials
- You may return library books and journals to any university library or public library. Please let them know they need to be forwarded to CSU Stanislaus. You may also mail the material directly to: Library, CSU Stanislaus, One University Circle, Turlock, CA 95382. Books obtained through the Interlibrary Loan Department must be returned with the yellow band on them.
Help!!
When in doubt - Ask a Librarian!
Professional librarians are available via online form, email, or telephone (209) 667-3233. If you call, you may call collect, identify yourself as a distance learner, and ask to speak to a Reference Librarian.
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