1. When you have identified a book or periodical that is needed for a project, but is not available in the CMCC Library's online catalog environments (Minerva and Maine InfoNet), the Library Staff will try to borrow the materials from another library through Interlibrary Loan (ILL).
2. The general timeframe for acquiring material on Interlibrary loan is 2 to 3 weeks. However, the Library has arrangements with some libraries so that in the case of periodical articles, requests might be acquired by faxed or electronically. 
3. The Minerva and Maine InfoNet allow you to request immediately any books you locate while searching. Your requested materials will be delivered to the CMCC Library and you will be notified when your ILL materials arrive.  
4. To start the Interlibrary Loan process for a journal article or book not available in Maine, you must 

• Fill out an ILL form that you will find at the Circulation Desk

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