Library Services

Library Services

Ono Academic College Library, with its four branches, is a multidisciplinary library serving students across all departments. The library's print and digital collections are tailored to the curricula of the various study tracks.

The library provides lending services adapted to student needs (both in terms of study days and study tracks), including interlibrary loan services. The library offers group and individual consultation and guidance services. For further details, please contact the library for consultation.

The library provides computer stations for students' free use, where they can access the library catalog, which includes all items in the collection; Israeli and international databases, most of which are accessible from home; internet, and Office tools. The library also has printers, photocopiers, and a scanner available for student use.

*For full details, please refer to the library regulations.

Who is eligible for borrowing services?

  • Regular students, academic staff, administrative staff, and alumni who have purchased a library membership.
  • The right to borrow books is personal and non-transferable.
  • Loans are processed at the librarian's desk upon presentation of a personal and updated student ID card.
  • The borrower is not allowed to transfer the book to another reader.

What is the loan period?

  • The loan period depends on the book's status, the type of material, and the student's status.
  • Textbook borrowed for one week
  • Book reserved for in-library use only and cannot be borrowed
  • A student may borrow up to 10 items for a period not exceeding 4 months.

Full information on loan procedures is available in the library regulations.

For a guide on question tracking – click here

Interlibrary Loan

  • Inter-library loan services are available for books or articles not found in the library's collection, from other academic libraries in Israel.
  • The service is provided to students, academic staff, administrative staff, and alumni subscribed to library services.
  • Students are entitled to borrow up to 5 items per year. Staff are entitled to borrow up to 5 items per semester.
  • Upon arrival of the ordered item, a notification will be sent to the customer.
  • The article will be sent to the referrer's email within three days of the order being placed.
  • Books will be supplied within two weeks from the order date and will be loaned for one month, with an option for extension, unless the supplying library requires their earlier return.
  • A fine of 10 NIS will be charged for each day of delay in returning books borrowed through inter-library loan.
  • An order can only be canceled if the supplying library has not yet started processing it. Cancellation requests are accepted in writing/email only.
  • Interlibrary Loan Request Form

For more information, please contact Orna Shahar, Interlibrary Loan Coordinator: orna.shahar@ono.ac.il

Book lending arrangement at the National Library.

Borrowing during Reserve Duty

  • Students who provide advance notice of their reserve duty will benefit from special borrowing conditions detailed in the library regulations.

Extension

  • The extension is processed automatically by the system.
  • If the return date cannot be extended, an email notification will be sent two days before the end of the loan period, stating the reason.
  • You can independently track your loans through the library's website or via the link in the student information system.

Return

  • Please return borrowed items to the library by the specified return date, unless you have received an automatic extension.
  • The registration information in the library computer system determines the return date, student status, and book status.
  • Illness does not exempt one from returning an item by the due date.
  • A book will be considered returned if it is handed to a librarian at the counter and checked in on the computer, or alternatively, if it is returned on time to the book return cabinet, found by librarians in that cabinet on the designated day, and checked in on the computer.
  • The student must cooperate and avoid late returns of books by the set deadline.

 Orders

  • You can reserve a book for loan if all copies are currently borrowed.
  • Students who no longer need a book they ordered must notify the library.
  • You can independently reserve a book using the online catalog.

 Fines

 Fines Schedule

  • Daily Entry Fee:

Textbook: 10 ILS

Enrichment Book: 5 ILS

  • Fines are calculated according to the type of material. Full information can be found in the Library Procedures file.
Throughout the academic year, the library conducts training sessions designed to provide students with an in-depth introduction to library resources.

Guidance Types

  • Guided tours for first-year students to familiarize them with the library, with an emphasis on library services and resources.
  • Topic-focused tutorials before writing a seminar paper.
  • Training sessions on various topics, such as: using the library catalog, finding Israeli and foreign case law and legislation, finding articles in databases, and training on specific databases.
  • Training sessions are provided in-person or via Zoom.

Library Consultation

The consultation service is designed to help students conduct research independently and guide them in searching for information within and beyond library resources.

Training sessions and consultations are held by prior arrangement. Those interested in group or individual training should schedule an appointment at the library desk or by phone:
  • Philip and Hilda Stone Memorial Central Library –03-5311864
  • Library Jerusalem Campus –03-5156324
  • Haifa Campus Library –03-5311888
To register for guidance and consultation at the library – click here
 
  • The library computers are connected to the network; their use is for academic purposes only.
  • Computers provide access to various Israeli and international databases, internet connectivity, and Office tools.
  • Files can be downloaded, sent to a printer, or emailed.
  • In the computer department, there are printers/photocopiers, which are operated using a credit card or cash.
  • Laptops can be borrowed for a few hours for use within campus premises only. Students interested in borrowing a laptop for an entire semester should contact the Dean of Students for approval.

The library provides unique services for lecturers.

Graduates of Ono Academic College are entitled to continue using the library's services and resources.

To do so, you must provide a security check or pay a 200 NIS deposit, which will be refunded to the graduate at the end of the subscription period, minus any outstanding balances. In addition, you must pay a subscription fee according to the following rates:

  • Quarterly (3 months) – 50 ₪
  • Six months – 80 ILS
  • Year – 120 ILS

To pay by credit card, please click here.

For more information, please call the following numbers:

  • Central Library named after the late Philip and Hilda Stone – 03-5311865
  • Jerusalem Campus Library – 03-5156324
  • Haifa Campus Library – 03-5311888

The Ono Academic Campus libraries emphasize accessible service, tailored to the specific needs of individuals with disabilities.

  • Borrowing by Power of Attorney (Click here for the Power of Attorney form)
  • Interlibrary Loan
  • Book extensions are done automatically by the system
  • You can independently reserve books for loan using the library catalog.
  • The library offers a variety of databases containing full-text books and articles, with direct access from the student information station

Here is a list of aids used in the campus libraries:

  • Quicktionary Electronic Dictionary TS: Translation via scanning or typing, playback and instant text translation, biometric and dialect identification across all types of inflections and derivations, including touch screen and pen.
  •  Hearing Assistance System – Induction Loop System: Assists people with hearing impairment. The system is located at each service desk in the libraries.
  •  Desktop CCTV device: A magnification device that allows people with visual impairments to read texts on the screen. The device enables magnification according to user needs and a choice of color combinations. The device has a movable reading tray, making it easy and comfortable to access any part of the document. The device is located in each of the library branches.
  •  Designed electric desk : A personal workstation that allows for height adjustment of the work surface via an electric switch.
  • Noise-canceling headphones and regular listening headphones.  
  • Reading Software: Used for reading texts in Hebrew and English.

The library staff can assist you with searching for books or accessing the shelves.

If necessary, you can also contact the Academic Support and Accessibility Center (MATNA) for additional solutions. 

  1. Room reservations are made using the student information system, according to the instructions provided in the guide
  2. A room can be reserved up to one week in advance, no more than once a day.
  3. A delay of 15 minutes or more in utilizing a reservation will result in its cancellation, and the room will be made available to other waiting users, if any.
  4. Between 3-6 participants will be seated in the room.
  5. The room can be reserved for 4 hours daily from Sunday to Thursday.
  6. A fine of 50 NIS will be charged for each hour, or part thereof, of delay in vacating the room.
  7. On Fridays, room usage is subject to availability.
  • In the application below, you can make payments by credit card for various library services or for fines.
  • Use of the system is the sole responsibility of the payer.
  • You can only pay for one service at a time.
  • Payment for a fine can be spread over up to 3 installments (the minimum amount for installments is 100 NIS).
  • After making a payment in the system, a receipt is sent to the payer's email, and simultaneously, a payment notification is received by the library.
  • To access the payment system, click here
  • To access the payment system guidelines file, click here

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