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2015-2016 Student Handbook 32 Grounds Collection Books from the Vernon Grounds library are indicated as "Grounds Collection" in the Copy/Holding Information in the online catalog. Grounds Collection books are located in the Vernon Grounds Reading Room at the west end of the library. M.A. Theses and D.Min. Projects Denver Seminary Master of Arts Theses and Doctor of Ministry Projects are available in hard copy in the library's Reference Lab. Denver Seminary M.A. Theses and D.Min. Projects and Theses are also available for purchase through the Theological Research Exchange Network at www.tren.com. Oversize Books Books that are too large to fit in the regular stacks are designated "Oversize" in the online catalog. These books are shelved in the stacks on either side of the entrance to the Vernon Grounds Reading Room. Periodicals Current periodical issues are arranged in alphabetical order by publication title on the periodical display shelves. Recent back issues may be found under the display shelves by lifting the bottom front of the display shelves. Bound periodical volumes are located in the open room on the north side of the library between the Student Lab and the Archives. Periodicals are available for use in the library but may not be checked out. Periodicals should not be reshelved by users; rather, they should be placed on the "Reshelving Carts." Reference Books Reference books are shelved in the open room to the left of the circulation desk and are designated by the letters "Ref" above the spine call number, and by "Reference" in the Collection field in the online catalog. These books must be used in the library and may not be checked out. Reference books should not be reshelved by users; rather, they should be placed on the "Reshelving Carts." Reserve Materials Reserve materials include items such as books, periodicals, and sample papers that are withdrawn from regular circulation at the request of professors. Students may check out up to two reserve items from the circulation desk for a period of two hours. A fine of $1.00 per hour will be assessed for each item returned late. A student may, within two hours of closing time, check out up to two Reserve items for overnight usage. These items are due back the next business day within two hours after the library opens. Helpful Tips Carrels with Lockers Lockers are available for use (by semester) upon submission and approval of an application form and payment of a $20 deposit. If available, lockers may be used on a daily or weekly basis upon payment of a $5 or $10 deposit. Library books found in carrel lockers that have not been checked out will result in immediate termination of the lease and loss of locker deposit. Personal Electronic Devices All personal electronic devices should be set to silent or vibrate while in the library. Individuals must exit the library before making or receiving phone calls.