CODE OF CONDUCT FOR LIBRARY

CODE OF CONDUCT FOR LIBRARY

All library users are expected to respect the rights and property of others and to treat library resources and facilities with appropriate care and respect.

   Library users will:

  • Comply with library and college
  • Present photo identification upon
  • Leave the library at closing and limit use of the library to authorized areas

Prohibited activities:

Behavior that infringes upon the rights of other library users or staff is prohibited. Prohibited activities and behavior include, but are not limited to, the following:

  • Making noise, including loud conversations, talking on cell phones,
  • Consuming food or
  • Refusing to show ID or submit possessions for inspection to library or security staff upon
  • Defacing or damaging library materials including underlining, highlighting, writing, using paper clips, removing pages, taking pictures, or using security
  • Monopolizing, misusing, or damaging library furniture, building or
  • Violating copyright or digital licensing
  • Loitering, including refusing to leave the library promptly at
  • Denying others access to library materials through theft or deliberate
  • Using alcohol, tobacco or controlled
  • Selling, soliciting or petitioning in the Library; posting or distributing materials without
  • Exhibiting any threatening or intimidating behaviors, g., abusive language, threats of violence or harassment.
  • Engaging in any sexual activities including, but not limited to: consensual touching, unwanted or inappropriate advances or touching, harassment or indecent
  • Any conduct that constitutes a violation of government laws or the rules and regulations of the

  Sanctions:

  • Library users found in violation of the Library Code of Conduct may be:
  • asked to present photo identification to library staff;
  • subject to a search of backpacks or bags;
  • Directed to leave the premises and not return;
  • Asked to surrender their library

Disciplinary or legal action may also be taken in accordance with applicable College rules and regulations, government laws and Student Code of Conduct. Serious offenses will be handled accordingly.