Borrowing Policies

Policies & Guidelines

The Leslie Hardinge Library ensures fair and efficient access to its resources for the AIIAS community and approved users. To help everyone make the most of our services, here are the key borrowing guidelines:

ID Requirement: Borrowers must present a valid AIIAS or Library ID card. IDs are non-transferable.

Borrowing Privileges:

  • AIIAS Faculty: 30 books + 15 on-call books
  • AIIAS Students: 20 books (up to 2 reserve books)
  • AIIAS Staff & Spouses: 2 books (may be recalled anytime)
  • Institutional Users: 10 items (may be recalled anytime)
  • Other Approved Users: 2 books (may be recalled anytime)

Loan Periods & Fines

Loan periods and fines vary depending on the type of collection:

TypeLoan PeriodFine
Circulating Books2 weeks + one 2-week renewal₱2.00/day/item
On-Call (Faculty)Up to one semester (longer at librarian’s discretion)₱2.00/day/item
Reserve CollectionShort loans (hours or days based on the course)₱5.00/hour

Collections for In-House Use Only

The following collections are available for use only within the library premises:

  1. Reference Materials
  2. Periodicals
  3. Heritage and Rare Book Materials
  4. Instructional & Media Resources Center Collections
  5. EGW Branch Office Collections

 Important Notes:

  • Fines over ₱100 suspend borrowing privileges until cleared.
  • Borrowers are responsible for damages, loss, and associated processing fees.
  • Report lost items promptly to stop accumulating fines.

By following these policies, you help ensure a smooth and fair borrowing experience for all.