I’d really like to return my books outside without having to go to the circulation desk. I’ve seen them at other libraries. Why not Paley?

There was a book drop outside Paley Library in the past, but it was removed owing to continual damage to the books in the drop caused by vandals. However, given that we’ve had this request from time to time we are planning to acquire and put a book drop outside the library. We hope to have this in place for the fall 2009 semester. Do keep in mind that you will only be able to use the outdoor book drop when Paley is closed.

During the many hours we are open, you will be able to return your books to the bins near the Bell Tower or the Circulation Desk at the Tutttleman.  With these two options returning a book inside during operating hours does not present a great inconvenience for the majority of the TU community.

UPDATE: Paley Library will be adding a book return unit outside near the Bell Tower Entrance. Look for it in the fall of 2009