Library Services for Students

The library team thanks the Herzliya Municipality for the collaboration and for providing learning spaces for the students of Reichman University.

https://www.herzliya.muni.il/2350/

• Borrowing is an individual privilege and patrons are not entitled to borrow materials for another person to use.
• The patron borrowing an item is responsible for it until the item is returned to the library.
• A patron who loses an item or returns an item in poor condition must pay for the item to be replaced.
• Do not take items out of the library without permission.
• Books are borrowed and returned at the circulation desk, located at the entrance to the library.
• Books can also be returned via the return slot located in the front of the building to the right of the entrance doors to the library.
• Material circulates for varied periods depending upon the demand and number of available copies.
• Check the loan period online in the library catalog or inquire at the Circulation Desk.
• Up to five items can be borrowed at a time.
• All the books in the library collection can be borrowed except those marked with red tape or items that are designated as non-circulating.
• Journals, reference books, dissertations, anthologies of legislation, court decisions, and binders may not be borrowed.
• Books requested by other readers must be returned on the  required due date by 17:00 Sundays through Thursdays and by 12:00 noon on Fridays. After this time, they will be considered to have been returned late.
• Books can also be returned via the return slot located in the front of the building to the right of the entrance doors to the library.
• When books are requested by another patron, they must be returned by 5 p.m. (After this time, they will be considered to have been returned late).
• Non-circulating books (marked with red tape) can be borrowed overnight or for a weekend.
• During the week, they may be taken out of the library half an hour before the library closes and must be returned by 10 a.m. the following morning.
• On the weekend, they may be borrowed from 12:30 p.m. on Friday and must be returned by 10 a.m. on Sunday.
• Dictionaries and electronic dictionaries can be borrowed one hour before an exam and must be returned immediately after the exam and on the same day. Patrons must leave an ID as a deposit in order to borrow these items. There are limited numbers of dictionaries and electronic dictionaries and we can not promise that every student will get a dictionary / electronic dictionary
• Headphones, noise-canceling headphones and calculators may be borrowed. Patrons must leave an ID as a deposit in order to borrow these items. The items must be returned to the circulation desk on the same day - at least half an hour prior to the library closing.
• Laptops may be borrowed solely for use within the library premises. Patrons must leave an ID as a deposit in order to borrow a laptop. The item must be returned to the circulation desk on the same day - at least half an hour prior to the library closing.
• Cell phone chargers may be borrowed solely for use within the library premises. Patrons must leave an ID as a deposit in order to borrow a laptop. The item must be returned to the circulation desk on the same day - at least half an hour prior to the library closing.
• CD-ROM drives can be borrowed for library use only for 4 hours. Patrons must leave an ID as a deposit in order to borrow a laptop. The item must be returned to the circulation desk on the same day - at least half an hour prior to the library closing.
• The library management has the authority to change the loan period for a book in accordance with the demands of a lecturer/course.

• The loan period for books that have not been requested by another reader will be extended automatically each day.
• The loan period will not be extended automatically in the following cases:
•  Another reader has requested the book.
• The reader has books that are overdue.
•  The borrower’s library card has expired.
• It is the responsibility of borrowers to check the return date of their items on loan by checking their reader's card.

• Book reservations can be made From all library computers or from the library website on any computer both on- or off campus.
• A reserve may be placed on a book only if all the copies are out on loan (not including the non-circulating copy).
• If there is a circulating copy available on the library shelf, a reserve cannot be placed, and the request will not be registered in the system.
• A reader who has a copy of a book cannot order another copy of it.
• Reserved books will be held at the Circulation Desk from the time they are returned to library until 17:00 the following day and 12:00 on Fridays.
• The reserve on books not claimed by the borrower by 17:00 will be canceled and will be transferred to the next person on the reserve list or will be returned to the shelf if there are no other requests for the item.
• An email is sent automatically to the reader who has requested the book when it has been returned to the library and is available.

• All library material must be returned by 17:00, Sunday through Thursday and by 12:00 on Friday.
• The library can imposes sanctions and fees on a reader who is late in returning a book or any other borrowed material.
• Readers who have overdue books will not be allowed to borrow, reserve, or renew books.

• The photocopying room located in the library is open from the time the library opens until 15 minutes before the library closes.
• Photocopying machines, printers, a scanner, and binding services are available in the photocopying room. To use this equipment, patrons must have either a credit card or a photocopying card, which can be bought on the premises.

Technical assistance in using the equipment in the photocopying room also is available to students.

Cloud Printing:

Print from anywhere - As simple as sending an email! Printing can be performed outside Reichman University through the Internet and in the university using the wireless network, from any system (Windows, Mac OS, UNIX / Linux, iOS, Android) and any device type (PC, MAC, laptop, smartphone, and tablet).

Printing is done by sending an email in various attachment formats - Microsoft Office documents, PDF files, and graphics files Such as - jpeg, png, and tif. The print jobs can be released at each public printing station (located in the Library, Teaching laboratories, and central locations on the campus).

Printing Instructions:

•  Create an Email to one of the following email destination addresses:

 PrintBW@runi.ac.il - black & white, one-side printing.

 PrintColor@runi.ac.il – color, one-side printing.

 PrintBWD@runi.ac.il – black & white on both sides printing.

 PrintColorD@runi.ac.il - color both sides of printing.

• At the Subject line add your phone number only, for example, "0541234567" This is to identify your print at the public printing stations.
• Phone number is used solely for identifying your printing and is not stored in the system.
• Add the attachment.
• Perform email sending.
• Access the public printing station and follow instructions to release the print.
• If you sent multiple documents, you can choose what to print from the list.
• Please note, only attachments will be printed.
• We recommend sending PDF files, especially from non-Microsoft environments.
• Unprinted documents will be saved in the system for 24 hours.
• Please note you receive a confirmation mail

 Mobitti app for the payment of photocopy and printing services!

 The Mobitti app offers convenient photo printing services:

•  Submit and manage payments for photocopy and print jobs directly from your device
•  Open support tickets through the app for any issues or reimbursement requests

 To use Mobitti's service:

• Download the app from your device's app store
• Enter your credit card details (international cards accepted)

Group Consulting and training services

The library staff is pleased to offer customized training programs tailored to support various projects within your studies.

These services will be available either in the library or via Zoom, with dates announced in advance.

The training sessions we will be offering:

Group Training: Sessions focused on specific work or assignment topics.

To coordinate your training, please complete the following form:

Registration form for group training in the library

Personal Consulting and training services

The reference service includes:

Tutorials for individuals on the library databases are held throughout the year.

Assistance in retrieving information for seminar papers and assignments and consultation on conducting in-depth searches and guidance on databases.

Contact us to schedule an appointment

Email RUlibrary@runi.ac.il

by phone 09-9527370

WhatsApp 054-9656624

Kindly provide your telephone number for communication.

• Interlibrary loan services: this service is available only for the purpose of writing seminar papers or assignments.
• You can request Books and articles that are not in the library’s collection and that are located at another academic library which Reichman University has an interlibrary-loan agreement may be borrowed.
• Books borrowed via interlibrary loan are lent for a limited period, at the end of which they must be returned directly to Yael Nesher, who is responsible for interlibrary loans.
• Please contact Yael Nesher 09-9602456 | ynesher@runi.ac.il

• Submission guidelines for Master's thesis - graduate studies programs
• Regulations for thesis submission
• Research paper (thesis, dissertation, etc.)submission form and consent for availability

The library is dedicated to providing equitable and inclusive services for all visitors, with a particular focus on meeting the needs of users with various disabilities.

Designated Facilities

• Within our hallowed halls, one will find specially demarcated seating and workstations, adorned with the universally recognised symbol of accessibility.
  We implore all visitors to respect these reserved spaces, as they are intended solely for those in genuine need.
• At our lending counter, we have implemented a state-of-the-art desktop audio system known as "Inspiration Loops". This remarkable technology serves to filter and neutralise ambient noise and extraneous voices, thereby allowing our patrons to focus exclusively on the discourse with the service provider before them.
• The library features an accessible service station situated in the information room, conveniently located behind the lending desk and clearly marked with the accessibility symbol. This station is equipped with a specially adapted table designed to offer assistance to individuals with physical disabilities or those who utilize wheelchairs.
• The library boasts a state-of-the-art Text Magnification System (TMS) that enhances accessibility for all patrons. This sophisticated system allows users to effortlessly enlarge printed texts, customize contrast and brightness settings to their individual preferences, and utilize text-to-speech functionality for on-screen material.
• Committed to making information accessible, the library has invested in cutting-edge technological solutions, including a dedicated computer station equipped with specialized software for converting scanned documents into editable WORD format, along with advanced text editing and personalization capabilities. Additionally, high-performance magnification software aids in improving the readability of digital content.
• For the convenience of our patrons, an elevator providing access to the second floor is located in close proximity to the library director's office.
• Readers with borrowing privileges who encounter challenges in locating books or accessing shelves are encouraged to seek assistance from the library staff. Our team is readily available to provide comprehensive support in information retrieval, as well as offer training and guidance tailored to your needs
• For any inquiries or other accessibility issues, we encourage you to contact our dedicated Accessibility Coordinator:

Ms. Zohar Fort  Mail: zfort@runi.ac.il  Tel: 09-9602906

We remain at your disposal, eager to offer our assistance and support in any way possible