The central mission of the Eckerd College Library is to support the curricular and research needs of Eckerd College Students and faculty. In light of this mission, it is the library's responsibility to ensure that students and faculty receive priority when it comes to using the resources of the library. It is with this responsibility in mind that the following maximum checkout limitations are placed on student, faculty, staff, and non-Eckerd borrowers:
Students: 30 items (including reserve materials)
Alums: 5 books
ASPEC members (not involved in teaching a course): 5 books
Staff (including ELS and Elderhostel/Senior College Faculty): 30 books
ELS students: 5 books
USF St. Petersburg and Tampa students: 5 books
St. Pete Theological Seminary: 5 books
Individuals wishing exceptions to these limits must apply to the Collection Development Librarian.