Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the requirements for membership to Daystar
University Libraries?
Students, staff and faculty are eligible for membership.
One has to register by filling in a form that can be
obtained in the library. You can also fill this form
electronically and send it back to Reference/Instructional
Services Librarians:
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Are Alumni eligible for membership?
Daystar University Alumni are allowed to use the library at
a nominal fee. Researchers who would like to use the
library are required to apply to the University Librarian,
who authorizes such requests. However, for these two
categories, library resources can be utilized only within
the premises. However, they cannot use the library’s
e-resources.
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Have you subscribed to any on-line databases?
Daystar University is a member of the Kenya Libraries &
Information Services Consortium (KLISC) that subscribes to
several full-text online databases through the
International Network on Availability of Scientific
Publications (INASP) and Programme for Enhancement of
Research Information (PERI). The databases are available in
all our libraries and around the campuses where Wi-Fi is
enabled. Access is via Internet Protocol (IP), thus
passwords are not required.
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Where can I do photocopying or printing?
Library patrons are required to borrow the materials
required for photocopying and leave their identity cards
with the library security personnel to photocopy materials
at the outsourced providers. Printing services are provided
in all our campuses in the Multimedia Resource Centers.
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What should I do if I lose my student/staff card and I
still want to borrow books from the Library?
Students should get a letter from the Dean of Students
stating that they have lost their identity cards. However,
every effort should be made to get a replacement. Staff
should report to the Human Resources Department for a
replacement.
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What should I do if I lose my student/staff card and I
still want to borrow books from the Library?
Students should get a letter from the Dean of Students
stating that they have lost their identity cards. However,
every effort should be made to get a replacement. Staff
should report to the Human Resources Department for a
replacement.
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What is the Copyright Act and how does it affect me as
a library user?
The Copyright Law permits photocopying of 10% or less of
any material for academic purposes. Un-authorized
photocopying is not permissible and is viewed as a criminal
offence. Library patrons are encouraged to observe this law
and all users of library materials and equipment shall
observe these limits, whether on library premises or
elsewhere.