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Q: Can KSU library books be delivered between the two KSU library locations?

Answer

Yes, this service is called OwlSwoop and is run by the KSU Libraries Resource Sharing Team.

KSU faculty, staff, and currently enrolled students may request books from either KSU library location. When you place a request for a book, you will select the library location that you would like to pick up the book from (either the Sturgis Library on the Kennesaw campus or the Johnson Library on the Marietta campus).

 

How to place an OwlSwoop request:

From the KSU Libraries website, set the search bar parameter to books and search for the item you’d like to request. Once you find it, click on the title of the book to display more information.  

In the Get It section, sign into your account with your KSU Net ID and password. Next, click the Request button under Request Options.  

A box will appear that allows you to select a pickup location from a dropdown menu. The pickup location is the campus library where you want to check out the book. The remaining fields are optional.  

When you are done, click Send Request.  You will receive confirmation that your request was placed. 

When the book arrives at your preferred library location, you will receive an email notice that your book is ready for pickup at the library checkout desk. If the item is not picked up within ten days, the request will be canceled and the book will be returned to its home campus.  

Requested items take about 1-3 business days to arrive at the selected campus library. Remember, you can check your library account to see the status of your request at any time.  

For more help

 


For more information visit the Resource Sharing Services Research Guide, or contact the KSU Libraries Resource Sharing Team.

Email: illoan@kennesaw.edu

Phone: 470-578-6002

Last Updated

Last Updated

Nov 10, 2025

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