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Question:

CLIO lists a book as "Offsite." How can I get a copy of it?

Answer:

Offsite materials are located at the Libraries' high density shelving ReCAP (Research Collections and Preservation Consortium) facility in Plainsboro, New Jersey.

In CLIO, use the “Request From Offsite” link (located below the bibliographic information) to request an item from the ReCAP facility.

You need a Columbia University Network ID (UNI) and password to use the online request form.

If you do not have a UNI, ask staff at the Circulation Desk to order offsite materials for you.

More information about the ReCAP facility.

CLIO: Requesting Offsite Items for Viewing Online (01:31)

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