Biola UniversityLibrary Access
Overview
All library users 18 years of age or older must have a current Biola ID, Alumni ID, Reciprocal Borrowing Card or One-Day Pass for entrance. Library entrance and borrowing privileges are determined by the account type. See options below.
One-Day Pass
Library users at least 18 years of age may obtain a One-Day Pass at the Reception Desk. Photo ID is required. The pass expires at the end of the day and does not include borrowing privileges. A maximum of three passes per calendar year may be issued.
Children
Children (ages 13-17) of current Biola students, staff, and faculty may use the library independently, provided they are checked in by the Biola member at the Reception Desk. Biola ID is required. All other children must remain with a parent or guardian at all times while using the library. Parents and guardians are responsible to ensure the children abide by the Library Code of Conduct. Library staff may inquire about the age of a child at the library entrance.
Library Card Options
| User Type | Card Type | Eligibility | Usage Privileges |
|---|---|---|---|
| Biola Students, Staff and Faculty | Biola ID; issued at IT Service Desk | Current Biola student, staff or faculty | Library entrance; Borrowing privileges; Interlibrary Loan; Remote access to subscription databases |
| Faculty Emeriti | Biola ID; issued at IT Service Desk | See eligible Faculty Emeriti | Library entrance; Borrowing privileges; Interlibrary Loan; Remote access to subscription databases |
| Biola Board of Trustees | Biola ID; issued at IT Service Desk | Current Board of Trustees member | Library entrance; Borrowing privileges; Interlibrary Loan; Remote access to subscription databases |
| Visiting Scholars | Biola ID; issued at IT Service Desk | Scholars formally invited to conduct research at Biola; approval is granted by the Provost | Library entrance; Borrowing privileges; Interlibrary Loan; Remote access to subscription databases |
| Biola Alumni | Alumni ID; issued at Alumni Engagement | Biola alumnus, as determined by Alumni Engagement | Library entrance; No borrowing privileges; Remote access to selected subscription databases |
| Reciprocal Borrowing Program Members | Reciprocal Borrowing Card; issued at Library Information Desk | Members of a library reciprocal borrowing program; see Reciprocal Agreements Chart for eligibility | Library entrance; Borrowing privileges |
| Biola Retired Employees | Biola ID; issued at IT Service Desk | Retired Biola employee, as determined by Human Resources | Library entrance; Borrowing privileges |