LIBRARY PATRON CODE OF CONDUCT

The Macdonald DeWitt Library of SUNY Ulster supports an environment conducive to learning and study. The library is open to the campus community and residents of Ulster County.We urge you to respect the needs of others in this shared space.  

RESPECT AND TOLERANCE:  The library adheres to the campus policy of mutual respect and tolerance.  Those who violate standards of civility toward others may be asked to leave or be subject to security intervention.  

CONVERSATIONS: Conversations are a necessary part of the library experience for circulation, research and technical assistance on the main floor of the library; voices should be kept low and minimally intrusive. We have study rooms available for groups.  Please respect the Zone signs posted in each area that designate conversational levels.

CELL PHONE & PERSONAL ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT USE:  Cell phone use is allowed as long as conversations are brief and unobtrusive to others. Please set ringers to low volume or vibrate. Sounds from any personal electronic equipment, such as laptops, audio players and other mobile devices must be inaudible to other patrons.

FOOD & DRINK:  Patrons are allowed to bring food & drink into the library, but must refrain from eating at computer stations.  Patrons must be respectful of others and clean up their area after eating/drinking.  

Gifts of materials, or money to purchase them, are accepted provided there are no restrictions.  In order to determine the suitability of a gift, donors are asked to present a list for consideration by the Library. In the case of gifts, Library acquisition guidelines are used, including: relevancy to curriculum, enhancement of existing collection, physical condition and availability of sufficient shelf space.  All donations are subject to library updating and weeding policies. 

A letter of acknowledgement, generally describing the gift, will be provided.  The Library cannot provide appraisals of donations.