Before browsing results, use the buttons under the search box (like Books, Articles, or Videos) to quickly limit what types of sources you're seeing.
Use filters on the right to narrow by date, subject, availability, and more.
Use the Personalize toggle at the top of your search results (not in the filters) to prioritize articles from specific disciplines. This helps when your topic is hard to describe with keywords. If you’re signed in, your choices will be saved. Best for journal articles, which are grouped by subject.
Results are shown by Relevance by default. Use Sort By to reorder results by date (newest or oldest) or alphabetically (author or title).
Note: You need to reset this each time you search.
Select Hiram Library from the drop-down to limit your results to our collection. Then choose Books.
If you see a call number under the title, the library owns at least one physical copy. A call number is like an address—it tells you where to find the item in the library.
Pro Tip: Use the Find at Hiram filter on the right to see only physical items and where to find them—like Juvenile for children’s books or Main Collection for most academic titles.
Click the title for more details. If you’re signed in, you can request a chapter scan or place a hold to pick it up at the Ask Here Desk. We’ll email you when it’s ready.
Or, jot down the call number and head to the shelves!
Pro Tip: Scan the QR code at the top of the item record to view the page on your phone.
First, sign in at the top right for full access.
Choose Books or Articles before searching.
Use the Available Online filter on the right to show items you can read immediately.
Click Available Online or Get PDF to open the item and begin reading.
You can request OhioLINK items directly from a OneSearch record.
If an item isn’t available through Hiram or OhioLINK, you can request it through interlibrary loan using our ILL Request Form.
Please allow time for delivery and watch your email for updates and pickup instructions.
Questions?
Contact Terri Foy
Phone: (330)-569-5359
Email: foytm@hiram.edu
Sign in to your library account at the top right to:
Sign in to save items for future use.
Click the pin icon to save individual records or multiple items at once.
In Favorites, you can search your saved items, set alerts, and export citations. Use labels to organize saved records—add multiple labels per item.
When saving multiple items, you can apply one label to all.
Want to come back to something later or share it? Copy the permalink—it’s a stable link that won’t break.
Click the quote mark icon to generate APA, Chicago, or MLA citations you can copy and paste.
Save your search with the pin icon at the top of results; view saved searches under My Favorites. View your last 100 recent searches while signed in.
Share search URLs by copying and pasting the link at the top of the page—these are durable and reusable.
Set RSS or email alerts on saved searches to get notified about new matching items.
Use Advanced Search when you know exactly what you're looking for and you want more control—like searching by title, author, or subject, or narrowing by date, language, or resource type.
Title – Use for books, articles, or series titles. For best results, try “Starts with” if you know how it begins.
Author/Creator – Search by last name first (e.g., Adams, John). This includes authors, editors, illustrators, etc.
Subject – Use subject terms to find specific topics (e.g., Civil rights movements, Shell shock, or Wine—Religious aspects).
Tip: Subjects can overlap—try combining related terms (e.g., “PTSD” OR “combat disorders”).
Want better results? Try these search strategies:
Quotation marks – Search for an exact phrase or title.
Example: "climate change" or “Of Mice and Men”
OR – Search for synonyms or related terms.
Example: anxiety OR stress
AND – Combine ideas.
Example: climate AND policy (default setting)
NOT – Exclude a term.
Example: bears NOT Chicago
Asterisk (*) – Use to find word variations.
Example: educat* finds educate, education, educator, etc.
Tip: Use ALL CAPS for AND, OR, and NOT so the system understands them correctly.
How long can I borrow items?
Loan periods vary by item and where it comes from (Hiram, OhioLINK, or SearchOhio). Check your email after checkout for a summary. Have questions? Just ask!
Automatic Renewals
Most items renew automatically — but not everything. Log into your account to check due dates.
ILL Items: Request renewals by emailing circulation@hiram.edu.
SearchOhio Items: Renew online in your account.
Overdue Fines and Lost Book Charges
Late fines for most items are $0.10/day. After 30 days overdue, you’ll be billed $62.50. If you return the item—even if it's late—you’ll only owe $2.50.
You can borrow items from other college libraries in Ohio through OhioLINK.
Some libraries may limit renewals.
You’ll get an email when your item arrives—please pick it up within 10 days.
Late fines are $0.10/day. After 30 days overdue, you’ll be billed $62.50. If you bring the item back—even if it’s late—you’ll only owe $2.50.
You can borrow books and media from public libraries across Ohio through SearchOhio.
Renewals aren’t guaranteed—some libraries may deny them. SearchOhio items do not auto-renew. You can track your requests in your online account.
Late fines are $0.10/day. After 30 days overdue, you’ll be billed $25. If you bring the item back—even if it’s late—your fines may be reduced.
If a book isn’t available through Hiram or OhioLINK, you can request it through Interlibrary Loan.
Late fines are $1.00/day. After 1 day overdue, the item is considered lost. Lost item charges vary and are based on the replacement cost and fees set by the lending library.
If you have questions, please contact Terri Foy at x5359 or at foytm@hiram.edu.
If you return the item—even if it's late—you’ll only owe $2.50.
You can borrow items from other college libraries in Ohio through OhioLINK.
Some libraries may limit renewals.
You’ll get an email when your item arrives—please pick it up within 10 days.
Late fines are $0.10/day. After 30 days overdue, you’ll be billed $62.50. If you bring the item back—even if it’s late—you’ll only owe $2.50.
You can borrow books and media from public libraries across Ohio through SearchOhio.
Renewals aren’t guaranteed—some libraries may deny them. SearchOhio items do not auto-renew. You can track your requests in your online account.
Late fines are $0.10/day. After 30 days overdue, you’ll be billed $25. If you bring the item back—even if it’s late—your fines may be reduced.
If a book isn’t available through Hiram or OhioLINK, you can request it through Interlibrary Loan.
Late fines are $1.00/day. After 1 day overdue, the item is considered lost. Lost item charges vary and are based on the replacement cost and fees set by the lending library.
If you have questions, please contact Terri Foy at x5359 or at foytm@hiram.edu.
The Hiram College Library allows students access to physical library materials for one year following graduation. After that time, please join the Friends of the Library to check out materials!
If you return the item—even if it's late—you’ll only owe $2.50.
Alumni are not eligible to check out OhioLINK, SearchOhio, or Interlibrary Loan Materials and must check out and return Hiram College Library materials in person.
If you have questions, please contact Terri Foy at x5359 or by email at foytm@hiram.edu.
If you return the item—even if it's late—you’ll only owe $2.50.
You can borrow items from other college libraries in Ohio through OhioLINK.
Some libraries may limit renewals.
You’ll get an email when your item arrives—please pick it up within 10 days.
Late fines are $0.10/day. After 30 days overdue, you’ll be billed $62.50. If you bring the item back—even if it’s late—you’ll only owe $2.50.
You can borrow books and media from public libraries across Ohio through SearchOhio.
Renewals aren’t guaranteed—some libraries may deny them. SearchOhio items do not auto-renew. You can track your requests in your online account.
Late fines are $0.10/day. After 30 days overdue, you’ll be billed $25. If you bring the item back—even if it’s late—your fines may be reduced.
If a book isn’t available through Hiram or OhioLINK, you can request it through Interlibrary Loan.
Late fines are $1.00/day. After 1 day overdue, the item is considered lost. Lost item charges vary and are based on the replacement cost and fees set by the lending library.
If you have questions, please contact Terri Foy at x5359 or at foytm@hiram.edu.
Friends of the Library members are eligible for 1 year of borrowing privileges from their membership date. Join today! If you do not have a library account, contact us to have your account set up or re-activated.
If you return the item—even if it's late—you’ll only owe $2.50.
You can borrow items from other college libraries in Ohio through OhioLINK.
Some libraries may limit renewals.
You’ll get an email when your item arrives—please pick it up within 10 days.
Late fines are $0.10/day. After 30 days overdue, you’ll be billed $62.50. If you bring the item back—even if it’s late—you’ll only owe $2.50.
You can borrow books and media from public libraries across Ohio through SearchOhio.
Renewals aren’t guaranteed—some libraries may deny them. SearchOhio items do not auto-renew. You can track your requests in your online account.
Late fines are $0.10/day. After 30 days overdue, you’ll be billed $25. If you bring the item back—even if it’s late—your fines may be reduced.
You can request an InterLibrary Loan of 5 articles per fiscal year - no physical items.
If you have questions, please contact Terri Foy at x5359 or at foytm@hiram.edu.
Family members of faculty and staff who live in the same household are eligible to check out materials from the Hiram College Library. Please bring your Hiram College ID with you when registering and contact us with any questions.
Late fines for most items are $0.10/day. After 30 days overdue, you’ll be billed $62.50. If you return the item—even if it's late—you’ll only owe $2.50.
You can borrow items from other college libraries in Ohio through OhioLINK.
Some libraries may limit renewals.
You’ll get an email when your item arrives—please pick it up within 10 days.
Late fines are $0.10/day. After 30 days overdue, you’ll be billed $62.50. If you bring the item back—even if it’s late—you’ll only owe $2.50.
You can borrow books and media from public libraries across Ohio through SearchOhio.
Renewals aren’t guaranteed—some libraries may deny them. SearchOhio items do not auto-renew. You can track your requests in your online account.
Late fines are $0.10/day. After 30 days overdue, you’ll be billed $25. If you bring the item back—even if it’s late—your fines may be reduced.
If a book isn’t available through Hiram or OhioLINK, you can request it through Interlibrary Loan.
Late fines are $1.00/day. After 1 day overdue, the item is considered lost. Lost item charges vary and are based on the replacement cost and fees set by the lending library.
If you have questions, please contact Terri Foy at x5359 or at foytm@hiram.edu.
The Hiram College Library is open to the public during regular hours. You’re welcome to use the space and browse materials without a library card.
If you have a valid library card from a SearchOhio public library (like Portage County) or an OhioLINK college, you can check out eligible items for free. Loan periods and renewals follow your home library’s rules.
Want full access to everything, including interlibrary loan? Join the Friends of the Hiram College Library.