General Information

Search for your item in libraries all over the world with the WorldCat catalog!

When you find the item you want in WorldCat, click on the title link and then:

1. Click the “ILL” button at the top of the page
2. Enter your first name, last name, and telephone number. For article requests, please enter an email address; we may be able to send you an electronic copy
3. Click Submit

A Kishwaukee College Library staff member will order your item, and we will contact you when it arrives. Please allow up to 2 weeks for books and at least a week for article requests. You’ll need to return or renew books by the due date listed; copies of articles are yours to keep. For more information, please call the Library at 815-825-9330, or visit the Reference Desk.

IDs are made in the Library. A photo ID, such as a State ID or Driver's License, and established student status, such as a student schedule, are needed to obtain a College ID. There is no charge for the original card. A fee of $10.00 will be charged to replace a lost card.

For a Community Library Card, a person needs a photo ID, such as a State Driver's License, and proof of residency within Kishwaukee College's District, such as a utility bill or apartment rental agreement. Any resident 17 or older of the college district may request a Community Library Card to receive library services.

A Kishwaukee College Photo ID or a Library Community Card is required to check out Library materials.

IDs by appointment only. Appointments made via https://kish.libcal.com/reserve/id/card

The library does not charge overdue fines. After a grace period, you will be billed for the replacement cost of the book or item. You may be charged more for Reserve items.

1. Search in Library SmartSearch for the physical item you want to check out. 
2. Place request for Kish item or I-Share item.
3. Wait for email notification or notice in My Account in Library SmartSearch that item is available for pickup.
4. Schedule a curbside pickup appointment at https://kish.libcal.com/reserve/pickup/library. Curbside Pickup is located in Lot B near Door 58.

Please note: appointments must be made at least 2 hours in advance of when you want to pick up your item(s), and cancellations must be made at least 1 hour prior to the scheduled appointment.