The Library offers five laptops for student use. Two laptops are available for out-of-building checkout with a one-week loan period, while three laptops are designated for in-library use.

General Borrowing Policies (All Student Laptops)

  • Borrowers must be currently enrolled students at Valparaiso University and present a valid Valpo OneCard at checkout.
  • Students may check out one laptop at a time.
  • All laptops must be checked out from and returned to the Media Circulation Desk on the first floor.
In-Library Use Laptop Policies
  • In-library laptops must be returned before the Library closes.
  • Laptops will not be loaned during the final hour before closing.
  • These laptops are intended for use only within the Library’s security gates and may not be taken into the Community Room.
  • Library staff cannot hold laptops for patrons who leave the building.
  • In-library laptops are available on a first-come, first-served basis and cannot be reserved.

Laptop Use Policies (All Student Laptops)

  • Laptops should never be left unattended.
  • Borrowers assume full responsibility for theft, loss, or damage.
  • Installation of personal software is not permitted.
  • The Library is not responsible for files saved to the laptop or for loss or damage to personal files.
  • All laptops are refreshed upon return, and all personal files are permanently removed.

Overdue Penalties

  • Laptops not returned by the due date and time will accrue late fees.
  • If a laptop is not returned within 10 hours past the due time, it will be considered lost, and a replacement fee will be charged in addition to any overdue or processing fees.
  • Unpaid charges will be billed to the student’s account and must be paid in order to register for classes or receive transcripts.

Loss or Damage

  • A laptop not returned within 10 hours past the due time will be assumed lost, and a report may be filed with campus police.
  • Borrowers are fully responsible for any theft, loss, or damage to the laptop.