How to Request Books, CDs, Videos, Microfilm/fiche

Follow these steps to have a book or media item delivered to the campus library of your choice and receive an email notification when it’s ready for pickup. Some restrictions may apply.

Request an item from UW-Madison or another Universities of Wisconsin Library

1. Find the item in the Library Catalog and display its record.
2. Click on Request a Copy. (More information)
3. Using the dropdown menu, choose a library where you wish to pick up the item.
4. Click on Submit.

Can’t find an item in the Library Catalog? Request an item from another library

1. Search for the item in WorldCat via FirstSearch and click Request a Copy.
2. Click on Request. If you haven’t logged in to your library account, do so now.
3. Fill in any additional fields as needed and submit the request.

Questions? Ask a Librarian for assistance.

Typical Delivery Time for Requested Items

The Libraries aim to fill requests as quickly as possible. You can check the progress of your request in your library account. Contact Circulation Support with any questions about your requests.