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Miami University Libraries is under construction this summer

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Last summer, visitors to King Library noticed a lot of noise, dust and construction as all of the library’s 200+ windows were replaced. Visitors this summer may be surprised to know that we will be under a different sort of construction again this summer – it will not look nearly the same. 

As a pilot member of OhioLINK, the statewide academic library consortium, our scholars have long taken advantage of the innumerable resources that OhioLINK provides. For several weeks this summer, access to physical OhioLINK materials will be limited as all OhioLINK members across the state upgrade their lending systems. 

Though this process is running smoothly, Miami scholars will notice some temporary changes to their access and Libraries experience this summer. Please see the key dates listed below:

May 23, 2025: OhioLINK lending freeze begins 

  • Miami scholars will be unable to request any OhioLINK or SearchOhio books or renew any books that are already borrowed. 
  • If you need an item during this time, request the book through interlibrary loan instead of OhioLINK to ensure you can maintain access through this transition.

June 10, 2025: OhioLINK upgrades for Miami begin

  • Self-checkout at King Library will be disabled, but items can be checked out in person
  • “My library account” will be inaccessible
  • Items cannot be renewed

June 23, 2025: OhioLINK Go live date

  • New search interface launches
  • Miami scholars will be able to use self-checkout at King Library again
  • OhioLINK lending resumes

(We anticipate the return of SearchOhio later in the fall semester.In the interim, SearchOhio books can be requested through the public library)

Throughout this process, the Libraries will work with you to make sure you have access to the materials you need to succeed.

If you have any questions, please contact the Circulation desk at (513)529-4141. 

This upgrade will help not only Miami, but all of the OhioLINK member libraries. It also ensures that the resource sharing we depend upon can continue smoothly, no matter what library your materials might be found in. It’s good for Miami and good for OhioLINK. It also speaks to the vision that OhioLINK was founded upon – collaborative work that helps Ohio students, faculty, and citizens achieve their academic goals and aspirations.