The primary mission of the Clermont College Library is to serve the academic research needs of the College’s students, faculty and staff. We strive to maintain an appropriate environment conducive to study and research. It is expected that those who use the Library will do so responsibly and appropriately. Persons who do not abide by these policies will be asked to leave the library. Campus Police will assist as needed.
Animals
No animals are allowed in the library other than those assisting persons with disabilities.
Cell Phones, Pagers and other Audio Devices
Cell phones and pagers should be set to silent or vibrate when in the library in consideration of other library users. Patrons talking on a cell phone may be asked to leave the library where the conversation would be less distracting to others. Headsets must be used for any audio listening while in the library. Audio devices should be played at a level that does not disturb others.
Children and Minors
Children under the age of fourteen who are not registered UC students must be accompanied by an adult at all times, may not use the Library’s computers, and are not allowed on the second floor of the Library as this is an area designated for quiet study only.
Adults who bring children into the library are responsible for monitoring their activities and regulating their behavior. If a child is noisy or causing a disruption, the accompanying adult and child will be asked to leave the library. If a child is left unattended and the accompanying adult cannot be located, Campus Security will be contacted. A UC ID or a photo ID may be required to verify age or student status
Circulation of Library Materials
Removing or attempting to remove library materials or property without following standard check-out procedures or other authorization is prohibited. Campus police will be called. For the Library’s circulation policies link here: http://www.ucclermont.edu/library/policy.html.
Clothing
Appropriate dress is required. Shirts and shoes must be worn in the libraries.
Computer Use
Library computers are provided primarily for the use of the Clermont College community. State and federal laws and university computer use regulations apply in the libraries. See for example, the Acceptable Use of Electronic Information Resources Policy.
Headsets must be used for any audio listening while in the Library. Audio devices should be played at a level that doesn’t disturb others.
Confidentiality of Patron Information
Clermont College Library is committed to protecting patron confidentiality in accordance with the American Library Association’s “Code of Ethics” (below 1) and the State of Ohio’s “Patron Confidentiality Law” (below 2). Patron information includes: all information on the patron circulation record; any patron information kept in any other paper, microfilm or computer log or file; and, any information about a patron’s request for information.
The American Library Association’s “Code of Ethics” states: “We protect each library user’s right to privacy and confidentiality with respect to information sought or received and resources consulted, borrowed, acquired, or transmitted.”
Ohio’s “Patron Confidentiality Law” states: “'Library record' means a record in any form that is maintained by a library and that contains any of the following types of information: (a) information that the library requires an individual to provide in order to be eligible to use library services or borrow materials; (b) information that identifies an individual as having requested or obtained specific materials or materials on a particular subject; (c) information that is provided by an individual to assist a library staff member to answer a specific question or provide information on a particular subject.”
Disruptive Behavior
Disruptive behavior toward others, both library patrons and staff, is prohibited. Examples include:
Creating excessive noise
Harassment of others, including verbal or physical attack
Odor constituting a nuisance or health and safety concern
Bringing in personal belongings not essential to the research undertaking (bedrolls, carts, frame backpacks, large duffel bags)
Behavior that disturbs others or interferes with the appropriate use of the facility, including inappropriate sexual behavior
Emergencies
In the event of fire, severe weather, power outages, or other emergency situations, an emergency alarm will sound and library staff will alert building occupants to the procedures for evacuation or taking shelter. All fire alarms require immediate exit by all building occupants.
Food and Drink
Food and beverages are permitted in Clermont College Library, within reason. Pizza delivery and other food deliveries are prohibited. Contact the circulation desk staff for assistance immediately if you spill a beverage.
Identification
A UC ID or a photo ID may be requested to verify age, student status, or if attempting to leave with library materials that have not been properly checked out.
Library Materials, Equipment, Facilities, and Furniture
Misuse of library materials, equipment, facilities, and furniture is prohibited. Campus Police will be called in these cases. The following are examples of prohibited actions:
Destruction, mutilation, or defacement of any library materials
Damaging of hardware or equipment
Tampering with software or changing equipment settings
Defacing walls
Misuse of furniture in the facility
Literature Distribution and Posting/Advertising
Public bulletin boards are located throughout campus for posting. Questions about posting materials in the libraries should be referred to the Library Director (732-5232)
Soliciting
Soliciting or accosting patrons or staff for any purpose is prohibited. Questions regarding these rules may be directed to Library staff (513 732-5233).
