Part of the University Library System, Owen Library on the University of Pitt Johnstown Campus provides access to a vast array of information resources.

Interlibrary Loan (ILL)

If we don’t have the material you need at Pitt Libraries, use the ILL request form to request items from other libraries.

• ILL services are available to Pitt students, staff, and faculty with a valid Pitt ID and Pitt computing account.
• Articles will be downloadable from your list of requests.
• Loans will be visible from the “My Account” feature in PittCat once they arrive.
• Loan periods and renewals vary depending on the lending institution.
• Loans can be picked up and returned at any ULS library.
• Overdue fines are $1 per day per item, with no grace period.
• A one-time user registration is required before making an ILL request. You will not need to re-enter personal information every time you make a request.
• Please Ask Us if you have any questions.

Availability of ILL services may vary during holiday and interim periods.

Schedule a Time for Help! 

We are available to help your students find sources for their research projects. Please consider posting this information in your office or classroom to help promote our Book a Librarian for Research Help! service. Your referrals are extremely valuable to us and your students! 

• Need help finding reliable information?   

• Get help with research by meeting with a librarian! 

• Pick a time that works for you at Book a librarian for research help 

As a reminder, Owen Library also offers the following services: 

• Teach with the Library by collaborating with a librarian on creating effective research assignments and teaching information seeking skills 

• Research assistance for you too 

Find out more about how we can support you by visiting the Owen Library website at Your Pitt-Johnstown Librarians: