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How do I renew books?

Most books may be renewed by stopping in the library with your CIA ID, or by creating a PIN account and renewing the items online. The number of renewals allowed varies by item.

Where do I return my library books?

All materials must be returned to the library where they were borrowed. Gund Library items and OhioLINK items should be returned to the Gund Library. Most items should be placed in either of the two book returns. There is one inside the library at... more

All materials must be returned to the library where they were borrowed. Gund Library items and OhioLINK items should be returned to the Gund Library. Most items should be placed in either of the two book returns. There is one inside the library at the end of the circulation desk, and one outside the library. less

Will I get a reminder when my books are almost due?

A notice will be sent to your CIA email address several days before your materials are due. Do not reply to this email.

What is an artists' book?

A book made by an artist as a work of art.

Can I check out artists' books?

The artists’ books collection can only be used in the library. It is helpful to make a request in advance if you would like to view any of the artists’ books.

Can I use artists' books for my class?

Yes. Faculty members should direct such requests to the Library Director with at least two weeks advance notice.

Can periodicals be checked out?

No. The periodicals are for in-library use only.

Can I make an appointment to talk with a librarian about my research paper?

Absolutely!! We would love to help you with your research. To make an appointment, click here and choose a librarian and either a 30 or 60 minute meeting. You can also stop in the library, call or email any librarian.

Will the library staff put items on course reserve for use by the students in my class?

Yes. Please go the Library Services page, and then to Services for Faculty. You will find a copy of the reserve form and the current guidelines for course reserves.

My instructor said that there are items on course reserve in the library that I need to read. What does that mean?

Many faculty members place items on course reserve for a specific class. What that means is that these materials are kept behind the desk and are available to check out for a limited amount of time, giving everyone a chance to use them. A... more

Many faculty members place items on course reserve for a specific class. What that means is that these materials are kept behind the desk and are available to check out for a limited amount of time, giving everyone a chance to use them. Ask at the circulation desk to borrow these items. less

What is OhioLINK?

The Gund Library is a member of this statewide association of college and university libraries. OhioLINK provides access to over 47 million books, research databases, an electronic journal center, a digital media center, and over 500,000 e-books. ... more

The Gund Library is a member of this statewide association of college and university libraries. OhioLINK provides access to over 47 million books, research databases, an electronic journal center, a digital media center, and over 500,000 e-books. Items can be requested online from another OhioLINK library and sent to the our library for pickup. less

What is SearchOhio?

SearchOhio is a consortium of 19 of the largest public libraries in Ohio. Like OhioLINK, items can be requested online and sent to the Gund Library for pickup. For help requesting items using SearchOhio, contact a member of the library staff.

How do I find a journal article?

A good place to start is the Find Articles section of the Library home page. If you need help with any of the databases, please contact a member of the staff.

How do I find digital images?

A good place to start is the Find Images section of the Library home page. If you need help with any of the image databases, please contact a member of the staff.

Should I be using ARTstor?

Yes! ARTstor is a digital image collection with over 1 million images in the areas of art, architecture, the humanities, and social sciences. It's a great resource for Art History classes, as well as classes in just about every area of study. It h... more

Yes! ARTstor is a digital image collection with over 1 million images in the areas of art, architecture, the humanities, and social sciences. It's a great resource for Art History classes, as well as classes in just about every area of study. It has excellent tools for viewing and presenting images from any source. Any CIA faculty, student or staff member may register for an account using their CIA email address. Instructors have access to extra features, including the ability to create image folders that they can share with their classes. less

Can I access the library's research databases from off campus?

The databases provided by the Gund Library are accessible from off campus. You will be asked to log in with the same user name and password that you use to access your email. The OhioLINK databases are available from off campus with your library a... more

The databases provided by the Gund Library are accessible from off campus. You will be asked to log in with the same user name and password that you use to access your email. The OhioLINK databases are available from off campus with your library account number. The State Library of Ohio databases are also accessible from off campus with your Ohio zip code. Please contact the library staff if you have any questions. less

How do I recommend a library purchase?

The library staff welcomes suggestions for materials to be included in our collection. Please first check our catalog to be certain that the item isn’t already part of our collection. There is an online form you can use to request items here.

Are there scanners in the library?

Yes. We have two flatbed scanners and one multi-function printer that can scan and print.

Library Hours

Summer 2023 Library Hours

May 15 – Aug 18
Monday - Thursday - 10am - 4pm
Friday - 10am-12pm
Saturday-Sunday - closed

Exceptions
May 29 – closed
Jun 19 – closed
July 3-4 – closed
Aug 11 - closed

Library hours are subject to change without notice.

Circulation & Reference Desk
216.421.7440

The Jessica R. Gund Memorial Library
Cleveland Institute of Art
11610 Euclid Ave.
Cleveland, OH  44106

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Need help?

CHAT with a library staff member during our open hours.

Schedule an online or in-person appointment with a librarian

(Choose a 30 or 60 minute appointment with the librarian whose schedule best meets your needs. Appointments can be done in person or online via Zoom. Please use the email link below if you need help outside of available hours and we will set that up with you!)

Email a Librarian

Or text 216-208-4157

If you do not have access to email, call 216-421-7440.

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