How do I join the Library?

Strathmore University library mainly serves Strathmore University community i.e. Students, Staff and Alumni.

Can I borrow items using another patron’s Identity Card?

It is prohibited to use other people's documents to borrow and return Library items.

How do I know about the status of borrowed library items and the deadline for returning?

There are two ways to check, (1) Patron can enter the library catalogue homepage through the University network of computer terminals, or anywhere through the university website. Once a user has accessed the OPAC homepage, Login using your credentials (username and Password) .Once successfully logged in, you will see a listing of all the books in your custody including details of when they are due. Click on renew to renew the books. (2) If option one fails, Please come to the Library help desk and ask for assistance.

How do I renew my books?

Renewing books refers to extending the deadline of the borrowed books in a limited period. Renewal can only be transacted before the due date. Each book can only be renewed twice, and each time can only be extended by specified period depending on user category. Only books on the open shelves can be renewed. The new deadline is calculated from the day the book was renewed.  There are two ways to renew books:

1. Renew online. Login using your credentials (username and Password) .Once successfully logged in, you will see a listing of all the books in your custody including details of when they are due. Click on renew to renew the books
2. Take the books you want to renew to the circulation desk, and the staff will help you.

Note that other library items e.g. dvd's cd-roms, videotapes and journals are not renewable.

What should I do when I find the library records do not match with the actual library item?

When you find your personal library records do not match with the actual situation, please bring your library card to the circulation desk. Always check you records to see that your details and those of items borrowed tally.

Why is it that a book is indicated as available in the database, but cannot be traced on the shelves?

Our library is open-shelf and some readers leave books around, which results to this situation. Please ask for clarification at the circulation desk..

Can a patron with expired library items continue to borrow?

Accounts of patrons with expired items are automatically locked out by the system. This means that they cannot continue to borrow until they return the overdue items and further pay the accrued fines.

How do I recommend to the library to purchase new books and journals?

Once logged into your account, click on purchase suggestions where you can leave your suggestions and comments. The acquisition librarian will act on them.

How do I know which journals the library has ordered?

You can check that through the Online Public Access Catalogue (OPAC).