Q. What can I do if a book that I need isn't on the shelf or is listed as "missing" or "lost"?

If a book is listed as "available" in KentLINK but isn't on the shelf, it might be in the sorting range, which is on the southwest side of each floor (the side closest to the elevators). If it's an oversized book (indicated by a call number beginning with q or f and the word oversized as part of the item's location), it will be with the other oversized books on the shelves near the northeast side of each floor (the side farthest from the elevators). If you still can't find a book, you can use the "Request" button in KentLINK to have the library staff look for it, and you will be notified if it is found.

If an item is listed as missing or lost, check to see if a copy is available through OhioLINK or Search Ohio or reach out to our librarians for assistance in locating another copy through our Ask Us page.