Request via the Library's Search Tool
To submit an ILL request using the search tool:
- Execute your desired search in the search tool.
- If an item's Access options displays Request using interlibrary loan (ILL), then we do not own this material and you will need to submit an ILL for access.
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- Select Request using interlibrary loan (ILL).
- Log into your ILL Account using your VMI username and password.
- Once logged in, a pre-populated ILL request form will show, containing details about the material you want to borrow.
- Select Submit Request at the bottom of the form to submit your ILL request.
Request via Manual Submission
To manually submit an ILL request:
- Log into your ILL Account using your VMI username and password.
- Select your desired material type from the Borrowing Options or Other Borrowing options below shown in the middle of the page.
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- Fill out the associated request form.
- Select Submit Request at the bottom of the form to submit your ILL request.