• The 3G rule (vaccinated, recovered, tested) applies for access to the university library. Proof of this must be presented.
• Access to the library requires proof of a SARS-CoV-2 antigen test performed on the same day with a negative result, a complete vaccination that is 14 days old, or a confirmed recovery (in the last 6 months).
• The AHA rules still apply. In the rooms of the library, the wearing of a medical mouth-nose covering (OP mask or FFP2 mask) is required. From 01.12.2021, the wearing of an FFP2 mask will be mandatory. an OP mask will then no longer be permitted. No mask has to be worn at the seats, provided the distances (1.5 m) are observed.

Access requirements for members of the university of Applied Sciences:

• University members please use the university's Corona registration for 3G proof.
• In addition, it is mandatory for university members to log in via the university's Corona registration when entering the building. A QR code is available for this purpose.
• Working at designated workstations is possible for university members for an unlimited period of time. The range of workstations has been expanded.
• The group study rooms have a maximum occupancy, which you can find on the notices at the doors.
• University members receive a white visitor's card upon admission. When occupying a workstation, this must be displayed clearly visible.
• The basket requirement does not apply.
• When leaving the library, the visitor card must be returned.

Access conditions for external users:

• External users (city users, university members and users from other universities) are unfortunately no longer permitted to use the library from 29.11.2021 due to the current Corona situation.

• Users of the university library can only enter via the south entrance (towards the refectory). There will be a check of the 3G status by a security guard. Please have your university ID card/library card and the 3G (vaccinated, recovered, tested) proof of the university's Corona registration ready on your mobile phone.
• You can use the lockers to lock up your wardrobe and bags. However, you may also take your wardrobe and bags into the collections. The cafeteria remains closed.
• The book return machine can be accessed directly via the foyer (exception: Saturday) or via the north entrance.
• The checkout machines are also accessible via the foyer or via the north entrance.
• The media holdings can only be accessed via the south entrance.
• Only the holdings of the library of the University of Applied Sciencesare available.

• Workstations and study rooms can be used. The group study rooms in the campus libraries can only be occupied by one person from 25.11.21 due to the current Corona situation.

• As of 20.10.2020, it is possible to extend loan periods up to 12 times for an additional 4 weeks each time.
• Please note that there is no automatic renewal. Preregistered books must be returned by the due date. Media not renewed or returned by the due date will still be subject to reminders.

Media can be returned at all locations.

•     Campus Westerberg: The return machine is available Mon - Fri from 06.00 - 22.00, Sat from 06.00 - 16.00.
•     Campus Haste: Return box at the main entrance is available throughout the day.
•     Campus Lingen: Return box at the south entrance is available throughout the day.
      In addition, a book return box is available at the library building during hall opening hours.
•     The boxes in Lingen and Haste are emptied Mon - Fri until 18.00 hrs, on Saturday until 14.00 hrs.
•     Items deposited after 6 p.m. on Mon - Fri and after 2 p.m. on Sat will be returned on the next opening day.

You are welcome to use our numerous electronic resources. The electronic offers are available from your private computer via VPN (in german language only) or the virtual desktops of the faculties.

The Juris database can be used without restriction from home via VPN until 31.12.22. Beck Online is also available until 31.12.22 after personal registration via VPN.

A number of publishers are currently making articles, magazines and e-books temporarily available free of charge. Please research these temporary offers here.

• Active and passive interlibrary loan for books and copies is possible under "normal" conditions.
• Interlibrary loans can be returned at all locations.
• You can still order books and copies of essays or book chapters via the subito delivery service and have them delivered directly to your home: www.subito-doc.de

• Please do not come to the library if you are suffering from flu-like symptoms, fever, cough or headache, have had contact with Corona sufferers or have been in a risk area.
• If you belong to this group of people, please contact our service counters by telephone
  
             Westerberg: 0541 / 969-2931
             Haste: 0541 / 969-5140
             Lingen: 0591 / 80098-301
   
• Please keep to the currently required minimum distance of 1.5 m and to the specified routing
• Please wear a medical mouth/nose covering (OP mask or FFP2 mask) in the library rooms.
• The mask may be removed during longer stays in the workrooms and workstations when used individually.
• There is a daily basic cleaning of the workplaces
• Hand disinfection dispensers are available in the entrance and exit areas and on all floors of the libraries.
• Disinfectants for disinfecting workstations are available at the information or service counters.