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Library Policies

Borrowing Policies

Doña Ana Community College and NMSU students, faculty, and staff, as well as community users, may checkout material. Borrowers must present student or picture ID and be in good standing to checkout material; this means no outstanding fees or overdue items. Loan periods vary by borrower and item type and are listed below.

DACC and NMSU Undergraduate Loan Periods

Type of Material Item Limit  Loan Period Renewals
Books 25 21 days 2
Media (DVD, CD) 5 1 week 1
Journals 2 1 week 1
Technology 2 3 days 0
Games 3 1 week 0

Graduate Student, and Crimson Student Loan Periods

Type of Material Item Limit  Loan Period Renewals
Books 25 120 days 2
Media (DVD, CD) 5 1 week 1
Journals 2 1 week

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Reference Material (Faculty Only) 2 2 days 0
Technology 2 3 days 0

Library Guest Loan Periods, limit of 3 items at any time.

Type of Material Item Limit  Loan Period Renewals
Books 1-3 21 days 1
Media (DVD, Video Game) 1-3 1 week 1
Journals 1-3 1 week

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Loss of checkout privileges:

  • If an item is not returned on time, checkout privileges will be suspended. In addition a replacement fee will be billed for each item.
  • All borrowers are responsible for returning or renewing their materials on time and in good condition. Borrowers will be held liable for any applicable replacement costs and/or fees for materials lost, not returned, or damaged.
  • These policies may be adjusted based on Librarian’s discretion. If you have any questions on our policies please feel free to discuss them with a staff member.