This document outlines the patron conduct policy for the Cunningham Memorial Library. It provides expectations for patron behavior, including maintaining proper hygiene, following rules for library equipment and facilities, and cooperating with library staff. Violations of the policy, such as disruptive behavior, may result in patrons being asked to leave the library or facing legal action. The policy aims to foster a safe environment for all library users.

1. Cunningham
POLICY
Memorial
In order to foster a safe and civil envi- Library
ronment for both library patrons and
library staff, we have a written policy
in place that outlines expectations
and actions of our users. Violations of
any of these guidelines may result in
individuals or groups being asked to
leave the library, or in more serious
cases, requesting assistance from
campus police. Users of the Cunning-
ham Memorial Library will be ex-
pected to follow the patron conduct
policy including, but not limited to the
items listed in this pamphlet.
The library reserves the right to
Patron Conduct
require anyone violating the Library
Standards of Behavior to leave li-
Policy
brary premises. As determined by
federal, state, or local law, and li-
brary policy, misconduct may lead 510 North 6 1/2 Street
to legal action or criminal prosecu- Terre Haute, IN 47809
tion.
April 2012
Circulation: 812-237-2541
Reference: 812-237-2580
libray.indstate.edu

2. EXPECTATIONS AND ACTIONS
Caregiver Responsibil-
General Conduct Library Equipment and ity
 Not engage in any activity in viola- Facilities  Supervise the behavior and safe-
tion of Federal, State, local or other ty of minors for which you are
applicable law or library policy.  Not sleep at public workstations
responsible.
 Not behave in a disruptive or po-  Use library and library furniture, equip-
ment and materials for their intended  Adults who cannot care for them-
tentially harmful manner. selves must also be monitored
function.
 Not harass or speak abusively to by their caregivers while on li-
other library users or to library  Use restrooms only for their intended
brary property.
staff. purpose. Bathing and laundering are
 Not consume or possess alcohol,
prohibited. Hygiene and Attire
 Not occupy more than one computer
illegal drugs or be under the influ-  Maintain acceptable personal
ence of drugs or alcohol. workstation at any given time.
hygiene. Persons with odor of-
 Not carry or display weapons.  Not hold computer workstations for
fensive enough to constitute a
future use by the placement of bags or
 Not engage in sexual activity of nuisance to others will be asked
other personal articles at the work-
any kind, or engage in sexual har- to leave the library.
station.
assment or indecent exposure.  Wear appropriate clothing.
 ISU students, staff, and faculty have
 Not create disruptive noises, use Shoes and shirts must be worn.
priority over computer usage or other
profanity, yell, or scream.
technology. Personal Property
 Not smoke, chew, or use tobacco
 Not tamper with, damage, or destroy  Attend to personal belongings.
in the library or in unauthorized
library facilities, materials, or equip- The Library is not responsible for
areas.
ment. belongings left in/on Library
 Obey the library noise policy. Dis-
 Not block walkways, exits, or entranc- property.
ruptive patrons will be required to
es, leave belongings unattended, or  Items left unattended at comput-
move to an appropriate floor, or
monopolize library space with excess er workstations for a period long-
asked to leave the building.
personal belongings. er than fifteen minutes will be
Interaction with Library  Not monopolize seating or library spac- placed into safekeeping at the
Staff es while not engaged in reading, study- Circulation Desk. If unclaimed,
ing, or use of library materials or ser- these items will be sent to cam-
 Cooperate with staff and allow be- vices. pus Public Safety.
longings to be searched in the  Not use library furniture as bedding
event that the material detection  Not trespass in nonpublic areas or be
Other
alarm is activated. in the library without permission of an  Not bring animals and pets into
 Leave the library at the designated authorized library employee before or the library, with the exception of
closing time or upon request from after library operating hours. service animals.
library personnel or ISU Public
 Refrain from solicitation of any
Safety Officers.
kind for any purpose without pri-
or approval of the Library Dean.