Frequently Asked Questions About Foster Library

What are the Library’s hours?

2008 Spring/Summer Term Hours

Monday closed
Tuesday-Thursday 12pm-5pm
Friday-Sunday closed

Hours during intersession and the spring/summer terms vary so please call 763-6609, check the online schedule, or email us during those times to verify the schedule. 

What does the Library have?

Foster Library maintains a core collection of journals, working papers and books in economics.  To get the most up-to-date record of the library's holdings, please check with the library staff by stopping by our main desk, calling 763-6609, or by emailing us.

NOTE:  The holdings of Foster Library are not reflected in MIRLYN, the University Library's online catalog system so you will need to come in or contact the library to determine what we have in the library.

  What do I need to check out something?  

You will need to give us your uniqname to check any books or journals out of the library.  For reserve materials, you will need to leave us your MCard.

How long can I keep what I check out?

Journals circulate for ONE DAY only.  All journals must be returned before the library closes for the day.  Fines for overdue journals are $2.00 per day.

Course Reserves circulate for FOUR HOURS during the day.  They may be checked out overnight one hour before the library closes and must be returned within one hour of re-opening.  Fines for overdue reserves are $0.50 per ITEM per HOUR

Books circulate for THREE WEEKS (except for reference books, located on the shelf behind the main desk, which must remain in the library).  Fines for overdue books are $0.25 per day.

Working Papers circulate for THREE WEEKS.  Fines for overdue working papers are $0.25 per day.

Dissertations circulate for THREE WEEKS.  Fines for overdue dissertations are $2.00 per day

  Can I print or make copies in the Library?

The library currently has computer workstations all attached to a networked printer.  The 3 provide access to the Internet, word processing, and other software.  The workstations are located in the back room of the library.

The library has one copier in the back room.  Copies are $0.10 each.  The copier does not take cash, only a library copy card.  You may purchase a card for $0.50 from the dispensing machine located next to the copier.

Can I eat or drink in the Library?

Foster is one of the few libraries on campus where it is ok to eat or drink.  However, since sounds and smells carry, we ask that, if you are eating, please be considerate of those around you.

  Can I study in the Library?

Foster is one of the quieter libraries on campus, so is ideal for those who are looking for a quiet place to study.  The main room is especially quiet while the back room is sometimes used for group study and may be a little louder.  If you do need to talk, please be aware of those studying around you and try not to disturb them.

    What else I should know?

Please feel free to direct any questions you may have to the Foster library staff by visiting the library, calling 763-6609, or by email.