Answered By: Kady Fortier
Last Updated: Apr 21, 2025     Views: 138

As a VPCC student or faculty/staff member, you have options to borrow books from other libraries when an item is not in our collection.  

Option 1: Virtual Library of Virginia (VIVA) has a cooperative borrowing program that allows students, faculty, and staff from other member institutions to borrow materials on-site from member libraries. You may need to verify your status with the other library as a VPCC student, faculty, or staff by showing a college ID, class schedule, etc. For a list of member institutions, see here.

Option 2: Interlibrary Loan--You tell us what books you need and we request those books from other colleges and universities. If we are able to request the book for you, you'll check the books out at VPCC Library. You can view the request form here and interlibrary loan FAQs here.