A Special Borrower’s card allows the user to borrow materials from USF Libraries’ circulating book collections and government documents. Special Borrower’s card holders can access physical materials at both the Tampa and St. Petersburg campus libraries.
The cost of a Special Borrower’s card is $50.00 per year. This card is for individual use only and cannot be shared. Special Borrower’s cards do not include access to electronic resources, journals or databases and are not refundable.
For Special Borrower’s Card policies:
To request a Special Borrower’s Card, please fill out the form below.
Please allow 3 business days for card processing. USF Libraries do not accept walk-in Special Borrower’s card requests.
Policies
| Book Borrowing | Loan Period | Max Items | Media Allowed? | ILL Services? |
| USF Presidents Council | 3 weeks | 20 | Yes | No |
| USF Alumni Association Life Membership | 3 weeks | 10 | Yes | No |
| Special Borrower’s Card | 3 weeks | 10 | No | No |
Renewals
Library materials may be renewed one (1) time, provided a hold or recall has not been requested by another library user. All circulating library materials are subject to recall by other library users. Library materials may be renewed online via the USF Libraries’ website or in person at the Tampa Library or Nelson Poynter Memorial Library Services Desk. All renewals are subject to immediate recall if requested by another library user.
Returning Borrowed Library Materials
Circulating library materials may be returned through the book return station located on the wall outside the library’s exit doors or to the front desk.
Overdue Fines and Replacement Charges
The USF Libraries’ assesses fines for lost replacement charges. Overdue library materials will block the use of the Special Borrower’s Card until the item is returned and/or the overdue fine is paid. The USF Libraries’ charges for replacement costs of lost or damaged library materials. Lost or damaged library materials should be reported at the Library’s Circulation Desk as soon as possible.
Renewing Special Borrower’s Card
Cards may not be renewed in person and borrowers should use the Special Borrower’s card form to request a renewal.
Lost or Stolen Cards
Please report a lost or stolen Special Borrower’s Card promptly to the Tampa Library Services Desk,
libraryservicesdesk@usf.edu or Nelson Poynter Memorial Library Services Desk,
stp-circulation@usf.edu. A replacement card can be issued and the library will block further use of the lost or stolen Special Borrower’s Card.
Access to Electronic Resources
Special Borrower’s cards do not permit remote access to the USF Libraries’ website. Due to licensing agreements, all users who come to the library may access the Library website and a host of other databases. Only currently enrolled USF students, faculty, and staff may access the Libraries website remotely.