Q. How do I get a book out of the Automated Retrieval System (ARS)?

The Automated Retrieval System (ARS) is our on-site storage. Items stored in the ARS are noted in the Library Catalog by their location starting with University Library ARS. Most ARS items can be checked out but some may need to be viewed in-house. Generally, if the location is 'University Library ARS Main Stacks', it can be checked out.

To request an ARS item: When looking at the title information, click the Request This Item link. If you encounter an error in placing your request, see a staff member at the Library Help Desk. Library staff will need to request ARS items for non-SCU affiliates (for in-library use only).

Items requested from the ARS will be brought to the Library Help Desk after they have been retrieved. For SCU-affiliates, you will receive an email notification when your item is ready for pickup during our open hours.

Items from the main circulating collection, including bound periodicals, are kept at the Library Help Desk for seven (7) days after they are retrieved. Government Documents are held for three (3) days.

Learn more by visiting the ARS webpage.