Biola UniversityLibrary Access
Overview
All library users 18 years of age or older must have a current Biola ID, Alumni ID, Biola library card, or day pass for entrance. Access 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. Additional visits will require one of the options below.
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. 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 and Staff | Free Biola ID; issued at Auxiliary Services | Current Biola student or staff employee | Library entrance; Borrowing privileges; Interlibrary Loan; Off-campus access to subscription databases |
| Biola Faculty | Free Biola ID; issued at Auxiliary Services | Current Biola faculty member | Library entrance; Borrowing privileges; Interlibrary Loan; Off-campus access to subscription databases |
| Faculty Emeriti | Free Biola ID; issued at Auxiliary Services; no expiration date | See eligible Faculty Emeriti | Library entrance; Borrowing privileges; Interlibrary Loan; Off-campus access to subscription databases |
| Biola Board of Trustees | Free Biola ID; issued at Auxiliary Services | Current Board of Trustees member | Library entrance; Borrowing privileges; Interlibrary Loan; Off-campus access to subscription databases |
| Visiting Scholars | Free Biola ID; issued at Auxiliary Services | Scholars formally invited to conduct research at Biola; approval is granted by the Provost | Library entrance; Borrowing privileges; Interlibrary Loan; Off-campus access to subscription databases |
| Biola Alumni — Entrance | Alumni ID card; issued at Alumni Relations and activated at Library Reception; free for one year from the date of graduation, then $25 per year; expires one year from the date of application | Biola alumnus, as determined by Alumni Relations | Library entrance; No borrowing privileges; Off-campus access to selected subscription databases |
| Biola Alumni — Borrowing | Alumni ID card; issued at Alumni Relations and activated at Library Reception; $50 per year; expires one year from the date of application | Biola alumnus, as determined by Alumni Relations | Library entrance; Borrowing privileges; Off-campus access to selected subscription databases |
| Reciprocal Borrowing Program Members | Borrowing card; issued at Library Reception; expiration dates vary | For students at participating reciprocal schools; see the Reciprocal Agreements Chart for eligibility | Library entrance; Borrowing privileges |
| Biola Retired Employees | Free Biola ID; issued at Auxiliary Services; no expiration date | Retired Biola employee, as determined by Human Resources | Library entrance; Borrowing privileges |
| President's Circle Members | Borrowing card; issued at Library Reception; expires one year from the date of application | Current member of the President’s Circle; proof of status and picture ID required | Library entrance; Borrowing privileges |
| Spouses, Siblings, and Children of Biola Members | Entrance card; issued at Library Reception; $8 set-up fee; expires at the end of the current term | Spouses, siblings and children of Biola students, employees, or alumni; must be at least 18 years of age; the Biola member with ID must be present at time of application. | Library entrance; No borrowing |
| Community — Entrance | Entrance card; issued at Library Reception; $45 per year; expires one year from the date of application | Any person at least 18 years of age; picture ID required | Library entrance; No borrowing |
| Clergy — Borrowing | Borrowing card; issued at Library Reception; $75 per year; expires one year from the date of application | Pastors, missionaries, or parachurch staff members at least 18 years of age; proof of status and picture ID required | Library entrance; Borrowing privileges |
| Community — Borrowing | Borrowing card; issued at Library Reception; $100 per year; expires one year from the date of application | Any person at least 18 years of age; picture ID required | Library entrance; Borrowing privileges |