Information for Students
What's available? Search by either instructor's name or by course to find titles and call numbers of materials on reserve for your class. Not all classes will have course reserves, it depends on the instructor.
Search for items on Course Reserves
Can't find what you need? You can ask us to try to purchase materials for course reserves with this form.
Information for Instructors
- Read our full information about course reserves for faculty here.
- Fill out this form to put UO-Owned materials on Course Reserves.
- You can request certain materials for the Library to purchase for your course here.
- Visit your preferred Library location in person to drop off your physical copies of textbooks or other materials to be placed on reserve.
Frequently Asked Question (FAQ)
Q: How long are Course Reserves available?
A: Course Reserves are available for limited-time loans, with loan periods typically set at 90 minutes, 4 hours, 6 hours, or 24 hours, depending on the instructor’s preference. Reserves remain available for the duration of the academic term unless otherwise specified.
Q: Can students access Course Reserves off campus?
A: Yes—if the item is an electronic resource. Online Course Reserves are accessible anywhere with UO login credentials.
Q: How many students can use a physical reserve item?
A: Physical reserves are shared resources. Short loan periods ensure that all students have an opportunity to access the material.
Q: Can I reuse Course Reserves from a previous term?
A: Yes. Faculty may request that reserves be rolled over from a prior term, though materials must still be reviewed for availability and copyright compliance.
Q: Who do I contact if I have questions about checking out Course Reserves?
A: For most questions, contact the Knight Library Checkout & Reserves desk at 541-346-3065 or libhelp@uoregon.edu.
Get Help
UO Libraries staff are available to support both students and faculty with Course Reserves.
- Visit a library service desk
- Contact your subject librarian
- Reach out to the Course Reserves team through the Libraries website
Course Reserves are part of UO Libraries’ commitment to access, equity, and student success.