Renewing loaned materials

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Phishing Email Text

In order to ensure the timely return or renewal of items the Libraries charge overdue fines. The amount and frequency of fine accrual depends on the type of item checked out. Books from any University Library may be renewed through MyAccount feature. To renew one or more individual items, check the box next to the item's title, then click the "Renew Selected Items" button. Please note that recalled items cannot be renewed as they are requested by another user.

If there are any problems renewing the books or with your library account, please contact us.

Regards,

University of Michigan Library
818 Hatcher Graduate Library South
913 S. University Avenue
Ann Arbor, MI 48109-1190
(734) 764-0400

Phishing Email or Site Screenshot
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