How do I recall a Book that is currently checked out?

Any UNC One Card holder or registered library borrower can request a book or item that is currently checked out to another patron. Please note that Media Resources Center items cannot be recalled.

UNC One Card holders
Current students, faculty, and staff can use the Carolina BLU campus delivery service to recall a book (requires one-time registration process).

To recall a book:

• Click on the Request icon found on the individual item's catalog record in the catalog, or log in to your Carolina BLU account and complete the delivery form by hand;
• Login to your account using your ONYEN;
• Be sure the drop-down menu says "Recall UNC Copy";
• Indicate your preferred pickup location. UNC students and staff can choose any campus library; UNC faculty can also have materials delivered to their Campus Box (CB).

Non-Affiliated Borrowers
North Carolina residents with a borrower's card or a registered borrower from another University can place a hold or recall on an item that is currently checked out; request material in storage or at the Library Service Center, using our Request form

To recall a book via the catalog

• Click on the Request icon found on the individual item's record in the catalog
• Select the Request form link mentioned under the heading "Non-Affiliated Borrowers";
• The form should populate with the book's information;
• Enter in your book/item location
• Enter in your personal information;
• Click Submit

Renewing your Books
You may renew your books 3 times online through My Library. Faculty who have checked out books from any of the Academic Affairs libraries have unlimited renewal privileges through My Library.

If you have any questions, please contact Davis Circulation: 919-962-1053 | email | chat.