Kent State University Libraries provides free-of-charge library material shipment services for off-campus distance learning students who meet the following criteria:

• Do not commute to any KSU Campus to attend classes
• Live more than 30 miles away from any OhioLINK member library
• Live in the United States or Canada

Please note the following restrictions:

• Books and other returnable items such as CDs, DVDs, Microfilm, or music scores will not be shipped if the distance learning form has not been completed and accepted. The form can be found below.
• We will not ship to P.O. boxes or locations outside of the United States and Canada.
• Students must acknowledge and agree to pay for shipping and insurance costs when returning borrowed library materials.
• Students accept responsibility for any lost or damaged books.

If you wish to apply for this service, please complete the distance learning form.

To use this service:

1. Search for KentLINK or OhioLINK items in LIBRARYsearch.
2. Make sure that you sign in to the LIBRARYsearch system using your Kent State email address and FlashLine password.
3. Click on the "Request" button.
4. Choose "Kent Main Library" for your pickup location.
5. Be sure to add a request note that says "Distance learner. Please ship."

The turn-around time for receipt of materials shipped depends on multiple factors and cannot be guaranteed. Items being shipped off-campus require a minimum of three to seven days to travel. Please plan your projects accordingly. You will receive an email when your items are shipped which will contain tracking information.

Use ILLiad to place requests for material that is unavailable through KentLINK and OhioLINK. The system is also for articles that are not available online or in print from KentLINK or OhioLINK. ILLiad uses your FlashLine log-in. Provide a shipping address and select "Distance Learner" under the "Which Kent State Campus?" pull-down menu.

If you have any questions about Distance Learning library material delivery, please contact Shaun Flynn (sflynn11 [at] kent.edu) or Kelly Shook (kshook2 [at] kent.edu), or by phone at 330-672-1694.