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Current Biola graduate students may access resources and check out books from other colleges, universities, and seminaries that participate in reciprocal borrowing programs (RBP) through the Association of Christian Librarians (ACL) and the American Theological Library Association (ATLA). Privileges and loan periods are determined by the lending library.

Find a participating library near you with these maps:

Use the following process to access resources and borrow books from ATLA libraries:

Before visiting a participating ATLA library, request an ATLA RBP authorization form by calling the Biola Library reference desk (562-903-4838) or e-mailing Julie Ellis (julie.ellis@biola.edu)
- Allow 1-3 business days for processing
  - Biola Library staff will verify that (1) you are a current graduate student and (2) you have a library account in good standing
  - Then a librarian will e-mail an ATLA RBP authorization form to the online student or participating ATLA library
- The form expires at the end of the current Biola semester
Take the signed authorization form along with a photo ID to the participating library

ACL libraries have a similar process for obtaining library privileges. Visit the ACL website to see their policies and procedures.