Requesting Library Items & Curbside Services

Students, faculty and staff can request CSM Library books, course reserves, media, headphones, and graphic novels with the process outlined here. Items checked out won't be due back until the end of the semester. Please note:

• This service is for CSM Library materials only; we are not able to request items from other libraries at this time.
• Same day request and pick-up is not available.
• Is there an item at Skyline College Library or Cañada College Library that you need? You can use their OneSearch catalogs and Curbside Guides to pick-up materials at these libraries:
  • Skyline College Library Curbside Guide: for picking up Skyline items at Skyline Campus
  • Cañada College Library Curbside Guide: for picking up Cañada items at Cañada Campus

Requesting CSM Library Items

See the PDF above for a step-by-step guide to requesting items for pick-up with screenshots, or the video below for a guided version.

1. Search for your item in OneSearch from the CSM Library homepage.
2. Sign into your account using your OneLogin credentials.
3. Browse the search results and locate the item you would like to place a hold on. Click on the title of the item to see more detail.
4. Under "Get It" click "Request."
5. Click "Send Request."
6. Your will see a green confirmation box when your request has been placed. You will receive an email when your request is ready, and then you can proceed to Step 2 to schedule a pick-up appointment (same day pick-up not available).

Video Tutorial: How to Request an Item