Ever found the perfect book or article—only to realize it’s not in your library’s collection? Don’t give up just yet! Enter: Interlibrary Loan (ILL), your behind-the-scenes research hero. 🦸‍♂️📚

What is it?
ILL is like borrowing a cup of sugar from your neighbor—except it’s books, articles, DVDs, and more from libraries across the country (and sometimes the world!).  When using ILL be aware of your time with your assignment.  Books tend to take longer than getting articles.  

How it works:

  1. You request the item:  https://tcc.libwizard.com/f/ILL_copy-2 
  2. We track it down.
  3. It arrives at your library.
  4. You pick it up like a research rockstar. 🎸

Why it’s awesome:

  • Access to millions more resources
  • It’s usually free
  • Saves you from buying expensive books or journals

So next time you hit a research roadblock, remember: if we don’t have it, we can probably get it. Just ask about Interlibrary Loan!