Richard Bland College Library Conduct Policy

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Mission and Purpose
As an integral part of the College of William and Mary's mission and academic program, the Swem Library and associated libraries actively participate in teaching, learning, and research through their collections, services, facilities, and staff.

To ensure that all of our library patrons have full access to these resources, the library provides an environment conducive to research and study.

Policy
Library users should conduct themselves in a manner that preserves the rights of others, maintains the effective operations of the library, and protects library materials and property.

interact courteously with other users and library staff
maintain a quiet research and study environment, free of noise, distractions, and other offensive interpersonal behavior; cellular telephones must be used in the lobby or outside
preserve accessibility to library materials by:
  a. providing appropriate IDs or library cards, as requested
  b. checking out materials properly
  c. returning materials on time and to the proper location
  d. returning in-library materials to the proper location
  e. responding promptly to all library notices
keep library materials and property clean, unmarked, and intact
maintain library computer systems by refraining from unauthorized accessing and altering of any library computer system, network computer program, or data
abide by copyright laws and/or the College's policies on copyright
maintain a clean environment by not smoking or eating; using only covered beverage containers; and disposing of trash appropriately
use only authorized areas of the library during library hours; exit the building when requested, such as during emergency situations or drills
ensure the safety of all persons in the library by abstaining from activities inside or outside the library that would endanger others, including bringing unauthorized weapons, vehicles or equipment, animals, and other items onto library premises.