The Ohio State University at Marion: Library: Accessibility Resources

Library Services for Persons with Disabilities

Book Retrieval

If you need assistance requesting materials throughout the University Libraries system, please contact any Ohio State Libraries Circulation desk for assistance. If you would prefer to have a list of material retrieved on your behalf from The Marion Campus Library, send a list of requested materials via email to marionlibrary@osu.edu. You will be contacted when the items are available and can be picked up at the Marion Campus Library. Expected turnaround time is two business days.

Authorize Another Person to Check Out Books on Your Behalf

Patrons may authorize one or more persons to borrow and request library materials under the authorizing person's name. The authorizing person is responsible for all transactions made by the designated individuals. To arrange an authorization, print off the Patron Authorization Request Form, provide the requested information, and bring the form to the Marion Campus Library Circulation Desk. Please contact any OSU Libraries Circulation desk if you have questions or would like further information.

Document Delivery

Interlibrary Services/Document Delivery will obtain copies of articles, books or other materials not available at University Libraries for Ohio State Students, faculty and staff at no charge. Students needing accommodations including enhanced scans of print or electronic materials, please contact Disability Services for assistance.

Reference Services and Other Service Requests

Assistance with using library resources, digital content or other service requests (such as DVD purchases with close captioning capabilities) is available.  Please email marionlibrary@osu.edu.

Computers

All computers in the Marion Campus Library have the following software installed to aid with accessibility needs:

• ZoomText 
• JAWS

Adjustable Desk

An adjustable desk with computer is located by the library copier on the ground floor of the library.

Library Facilities Accessibility Information

Parking

Accessible parking is located on the south side of the Library Classroom Building near Lot #3 See the Campus Map.

Building Entrances

Power-assisted door entry to the Library Classroom Building is provided at both the south and north building entrances.

Elevators

All elevators have Braille and tactile numbering and lettering both outside and inside each elevator. 

Library: An elevator is located near the circulation desk and provides access to the second floor of the library.

Library Classroom Building: A elevator in the rotunda provides access to the second floor of the building.

Restrooms

Library Classroom Building: Wheelchair accessible restrooms are located on the ground floor and second floor of the rotunda.

Drinking Fountains

All drinking fountains are wheelchair accessible.

Library: Located on the ground floor near 105E.

Library Classroom Building: Located near the restrooms on each floor.