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Library Policies

Policies regarding the Evelyn S. Field Library.

Code of Conduct

The RVCC Library is an academic library that supports learning in both group and individual settings.  Library users can expect an environment that is free from disruptive behavior, including but not limited to rowdiness and noise.  Library users are expected to be considerate of their fellow learners.

Conduct of library users:

  1. To maintain a quiet study atmosphere in the library only whispering or soft talking is permitted in most areas.
  2. Studying in large groups must take place in the student group study rooms located on the second floor.  Group study rooms can be reserved in advance by students by using the online reservations link found on the library website .  When group study rooms are free they may be used on a first-come, first-serve basis. Student groups are given priority and individuals may be asked to vacate a study room if it is needed. 
  3. The Robeson Room on the first floor and The Institute for Holocaust and Genocide Studies on the second floor are quiet study areas and may be used for quiet group study.
  4. The second floor is designated silent study.  No talking is permitted, except in the group study rooms. 
  5. All chairs are for one person only.
  6. Quiet cell phone conversation is permitted on the first floor.  No cell phone conversation is permitted in the silent study area.
  7. Computers in the library are for academic use, including library research and class assignments.  Users who pursue non-academic activities may be asked to relinquish their computer to a user who needs a computer for academic purposes.
  8. Headphones/earbuds must be used to listen to sound on any device including personal devices.  The sound should be set at a volume that cannot be heard by other library users.
  9. Food consumption is not allowed in the library. Drinks in closed containers are allowed.
  10. Use of recreational items (skateboards, sports equipment, etc) is prohibited.
  11. Student filmmakers may conduct course-related filming in the library, provided the following guidelines are followed:
    • Quiet on the Set: Keep set noise to a minimum so students can enjoy a quiet study atmosphere.
    • Privacy: Respect the rights of others not to be filmed/photographed if they don't wish to be.
    • Locations: Filming is limited to public areas of the library's Main Floor. The upper level (silent study and group study rooms) are not available for filming. Filming must not restrict access to areas of the library or block free passage of library users.

Personal belongings must not be left unattended and should not be left to reserve seats in the library. Belongings left unattended in the library will be brought to the Security Office.

Sanctions

Users who violate these policies will be asked to change their behavior.  If users have to be addressed again for the same violation, they will be asked to show their RVCC ID or other form of ID to a library staff member, and then will be asked to leave the library for the day.  The library will keep a record of the violation.

Repeat violators will be reported to the Dean of Student Services.  Library privileges may also be suspended.

Approved January, 2010; Updated May, 2013; Updated Oct., 2015; Updated May 2025