Now Accepting Library Reserve Requests


MacOdrum Library is now accepting library reserve requests for the upcoming academic year. Send your course outline or reading list to library_reserves@carleton.ca and the readings will be added to Ares, our course reserve management system. 

The reserves staff will retrieve, scan, and process all readings and will also ensure all e-reserve material comply with current copyright guidelines. Students will be able to access their electronic readings through cuLearn. 

Questions? Please visit the Library Reserves website for more information, or, contact the library reserves staff at 613.520.2600 x2533 or email Library_Reserves@carleton.ca

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