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The renovated and expanded Carrier Library opened its doors on August 3! Visit during our hours of operation and save the date for our celebration on September 10 – Read More about The renovated and expanded Carrier Library opened its doors on August 3! Visit during our hours of operation and save the date for our celebration on September 10

Microforms

Our microforms are located in storage. Items in storage are available via library delivery services.

Microform readers are on the first floor of Carrier Library.

We have a variety of journals, magazines, and newspapers in microform formats. These materials are searchable in our Journal Search tool.

Submitting a Request

Library Search

When requesting microforms through our Library Search or Journal Search tool, avoid delivery delays by entering the volume and year information as a comment. Otherwise, we will contact you by email to clarify your needs

Interlibrary Loan

You may also request microforms through Interlibrary Loan (ILL) using the ILL Book Request form for the following conditions.

  • Scans of microforms
    A specific scan from any microfilm or microfiche item owned by JMU Libraries can be delivered electronically to your ILL account, where it can be viewed without special equipment.
  • Microforms not owned by JMU Libraries
    Most lending libraries allow microforms to be borrowed through Interlibrary Loan with In-Library-Use Only restrictions. When possible, ILL staff will locate a digital version instead and deliver it electronically to your ILL account.

Support

If this is your first time using a microform machine or you need assistance using the machine, please send us a message to request support.  

Library staff will reach out to schedule an appointment with you within 2 working days. We do not make appointments on the weekend or when the library or university is closed.