Iluminar is here!

As alluded to a few weeks ago, this is an exciting time for the SERC Library. Our new system is here and ready for you to explore! It is called AGent Verso Iluminar and can be accessed here, as well as from the sidebar on the left (and our homepage of course). To login the first time enter your patron barcode number (located on the back of your SERC Library card) as the username, and enter userpass as the initial password. You will then be prompted to create your own personal password. Be sure to keep it written down because SERC Library staff does not have access to your password. Once you're up and running you'll be able to:

• View your current circulation status anytime from any computer, including your current checkouts (and when they're due), reserves, and fines accrued
• Manage and update your account information online
• Create and save lists of your favorite resources
• Keep track of your search and checkout history
• Reserve and renew resources
  

That's right...renew. Many of you have been asking for the ability to renew your items, so we listened and are now happy to introduce the SERC Library renewal policy! All items, including tests, may now be renewed for a one-week period provided that no other patron has the item on reserve. You can renew your items online or by calling the library at 860-632-1485, option 4.

The Library staff is more than happy to provide a tutorial next time you come into the library...just ask! We can also provide you with a "cheat sheet" with all of the above information. We appreciate everyone's patience during this transition and hope you find the new system improves your SERC Library experience!