MeLCat Frequently Asked Questions
What is MeLCat?
MeLCat is an online catalog that combines the catalogs of several Michigan
libraries; including academic, public and K-12 school libraries. More information
can be read at MeLCat
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What can I get through MeLCat?
You may request books, videos, and other materials from MeLCat. Items owned
by the WMU Libraries may not be ordered through MeLCat unless they are checked
out, search the library
catalog to check availability first. At this time MeLCat
does not provide periodical or journal articles.
Who Can Requests Materials through MeLCat?
Currently enrolled students, faculty, staff and emeritus faculty can requests
books directly from MeLCat. Western Michigan University also participates
in the Visiting Patron program. This means that you can go to MeLCat
Visiting Patron participating
libraries and check out materials using your Bronco I.D.
Card (please be sure you have your WIN number).
Please
return items checked out through the Visiting Patron Program to the Resource
Sharing Center in Waldo Library on the second floor.
How do I find my WIN number?
Your WIN number is located on the back of your Bronco Card. Or, sign into GoWMU using
your Bronco ID and password and lookup your WIN located in the 'My Self Service'
channel.
Is this service expensive?
No, it isn't. It's free for all WMU students, faculty, and staff.
How long can I check out MeLCat Materials? Can I renew them?
The loan period for MeLCat books and most circulating materials is three weeks. One
renewal may be granted for an additional 3 weeks. Audio/visual materials
have a loan period of one week. A/V materials cannot be renewed. You renew MeLCat
items by accessing your MyMeL
account.
How many items can I request through MeLCat?
You may request up to 50 items from MeLCat at one time. To view your MeLCat
requests, access your MyMeL
account.
Where do I pick up and return MeLCat materials?
Materials can be picked up and returned at the Resource Sharing Center, Waldo
Library. Second Floor, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through
Friday, and at the Patron Services Window when the Resource Sharing Center is
closed and Waldo Library is open.
How do I know when MeLCat items arrive?
You will be notified by e-mail at your official WMU e-mail account when MeLCat
items are available to be picked up. Also, you will be emailed any overdue
notices and cancellation notices.
Patrons are responsible for returning items to Western Michigan University
on or before the due date; as well as paying any late fees, damages or replacement
costs.
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