Library Code of Conduct

The Library is committed to providing quality service through our staff, resources, and facilities. The Library expects its users to respect the rights of others to a safe, pleasant, and productive environment for study and research. This Code of Conduct is for the benefit of all users of the library and applicable to all.

Respect for Others

• Disruptive behavior, including loud conversation, loud headphones, verbal abuse, threats of violence or harassment of other users and library staff, is prohibited.
• Groups working together should use group study rooms.
• Using computers for leisure purposes is permitted only when computers are not needed by others for academic purposes.

Respect for Property

• Damaging and defacing library materials or equipment are prohibited.
• Those using Library computers are expected to take proper care of the equipment.

Use of Copyrighted and Licensed Materials

• The responsibility for the appropriate use of copyrighted and licensed materials lies with the user. The misuse or unauthorized use of copyrighted or licensed information may lead to loss of privileges and legal actions.

Use of Cell Phones

• Cell phones should be switched off or set to a silent mode.
• Use of cell phones is limited to the library lobby.

Use of Food and Drink

• Food and drink are not permitted. Please speak with the librarian on duty if you need special accommodations.

Sanctions

Any patron who commits or attempts to commit any of the offenses listed above is subject to sanctions, including

• Being asked to leave library premises;
• Being reported to the Office of Student Discipline for further action, and;
• Being reported to the Campus Police.