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Spring 2021 Library Services Updates: Checking Out Technology

This guide provides information about library services, resources, research, and instruction support that are available in the event that the University is experiencing brief or prolonged closure.

Laptop and Wifi Hotspot Checkout

A limited number of laptops and Wi-Fi hotspots are available for checkout by students, faculty, and staff from the Circulation Desk on the first floor of Founders Memorial Library.

Prior to coming, please email us at NIULibBook@niu.edu to confirm availability. And remember, you need a valid OneCard for check out and return. 

Laptop check out is now available for the spring semester. Both long- and short-term loans are available. The long-term loan period is for the full semester. The short-term loan period is for three weeks with the possibility of one renewal. Laptops must be returned to the Circulation Desk.  Please do not deposit them in the outside book drops.

Questions?

For questions about returning or renewing items, contact the Circulation Desk at 815-753-9844 or circulation_univ_libraries@niu.edu.