Waubonsee Community College libraries are open to the public. Computers, printing, and digital services are available only to students, staff, and faculty members.

Community members of District 516 who are not students can obtain a library account with the following: 

Borrowing Privileges

Waubonsee Libraries are fine-free with the exception of lost or damaged items. 

There are no limits to the number of checked-out materials.  

Item Type Check-Out Period Max. Renewals
Anatomy Models and Kits* 2 Hours -
Contemporary Issues Collection 14 Days 2
Course Materials (Course Reserve)* 2 Hours, 2 Days, 3 Days, 7 Days, or 14 Days (check-out period determined by Instructor) No Renewals
DVDs 2 Hours, 3 Days No Renewals
Games 4 Hours -
General Collection  28 Days 2
Interlibrary Loan Determined by items home library -
Library of Things* 2 Hours, 4 Hours, 3 Days, 2 Weeks, 21 Days In-Person Renewals
Magazines, Journal, Newspapers (Periodicals)  Non-Circulating  -
Reference Collection  Non-Circulating  -
Tech (not included Student Device Loans)  2 hours, 14 days  In-Person Renewals 
Test Guides  14 Days  2

* These items are restricted to authorized individuals only 

Placing a hold for pickup: 

  • Login to your library account with your WCC x-number and password. 
  • Search for your item in the library’s catalog 
  • Select Place Hold on the book 
  • Select which campus you would like to pick up from and select Place Hold 

Once a library staff member pulls the hold(s), you will receive a notification to your email that the item is available for pickup. You will have seven days to pick up your hold. 

Renewing Library Materials 

  • Online: Log in to your Library Account 
  • In Person: Stop by any of the Library Circulation Desk 
  • By Phone: Call (630) 757-8155 

Librarian Assistance: 

Need help with research? Our librarians are available to assist you in navigating and utilizing our extensive library resources. You can reach us in person, phone, email, chat, and text.