Services for Faculty
Welcome to Otis
The Millard Sheets Library offers many services for Faculty
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Suggest a Purchase
If there is an item you would like to teach a course or think we should add to our collection, let us know by filling out the form below:
Current Library Hours
| Fall Semester Hours, August 25th–December 12th, 2025 | |
|---|---|
| Monday–Friday | 8 am–8 pm |
| Friday | 8 am–5:30 pm |
| Saturday | Coming Soon |
| Sunday | Closed |
| Holiday Hours | |
|---|---|
| Labor Day | Monday, September 1st, 2025: Closed |
Note: All times posted are for Pacific Time (PT). Our hours are subject to change. The library is closed on all major holidays. View all library hours.
Circulation
Use your Otis ID card (or your digital ID barcode through the MyOtis app) to check out items. Before borrowing, please complete our Usage Agreement Form.
Item Limits
These are the typical circulation limits for our campus community.
| Borrower Type | Maximum Items | # of Renewals | Books | Videos |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BFA Students | 10 | 1 | 2 weeks | 1 week |
| MFA Students | 15 | 2 | 3 weeks | 1 week |
| Faculty | 15 | 2 | 3 weeks | 1 week |
| Staff | 10 | 1 | 3 weeks | 1 week |
| Extension Certificate or ACCESS Students | 5 | 1 | 2 weeks | 1 week |
| Alumnx | 5 | 1 | 2 weeks | 1 week |
Loan Periods
These are the typical circulation periods for other types of items. They may be different depending on the type of item and borrower.
| Item Type | Loan Period |
|---|---|
| Materials | 1 week |
| Periodicals | 1 week |
| Puzzles & Games | 2 weeks |
| Zines | 3 days |
Renewals
You can renew items through OwlCat BEFORE the due date. New instructions
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