Policy Title: Library Code of Conduct
Policy Number: LP-012
Type of Policy: Library
Last Reviewed Date: May 2025
Next Review Date: July 2028
Responsible Administrator: Dean of Libraries
Policy Owner: Library
Contact Name: Sonya Gaither
Contact Title: Dean of Libraries
Contact Email: Library@clayton.edu
Policy Statement:
Users of the Clayton State University Library have the right to expect an environment
conducive to study and research, and free of disruptive activity. Users are expected
to abide by the rules established by the University and the Undergraduate and Graduate Student Code of Conduct.
Reason for Policy:
Library policies are created to assist students, faculty/staff, and community users with developing a welcoming and inviting
study and research space within the library facility. Each policy explains who, how,
and when the library building, resources, etc. can be accessed. In the event library
property becomes lost or damaged, or there is a disturbance during operating hours,
policies and procedures explain how these matters will be resolved.
Policy Scope:
This policy applies to all patrons of the Clayton State University library.
Policy:
Library User will refrain from:
- Creating a disturbance or behaving in any manner that interferes with normal use of the library, or that affects the staff’s ability to provide service.
- Removing or attempting to remove materials or property without checking them out or without proper authorization.
- Concealing materials in the library for the exclusive use of an individual or group.
- Misusing, damaging, or defacing materials, equipment, or property.
- Exhibiting any threatening or intimidating behaviors that are potentially unsafe or harmful to self or others.
- Engaging in any form of verbal abuse or harassment.
- Being in an unauthorized area or remaining in the building after closing or when requested to leave during an emergency.
- Engaging in sexual activities, indecent exposure, harassment, or making unwanted or inappropriate advances.
- Posting notices or leaving unsolicited materials anywhere other than designated spaces or boards.
- Opening marked emergency exits except in emergency situations.
- Violating the Children on Campus Policy by leaving children unsupervised in the library.
Procedures:
Violations of the code of conduct will be handled according to procedures outlined in the Library Personnel Guide to Conduct Code Violations. Persons who commit or attempt to commit offenses enumerated in the Clayton State University Undergraduate and Graduate Student Code of Conduct or in the Library Code of Conduct Policy whether a member of the University Community or not, may be accountable to both civil authorities (city, state, or federal) and to Clayton State University.
References/Sources:
Policy History:
| Revision Date | Author | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 01/03/2018 | Library Leadership | Effective date |
| 05/01/2024 | Library Leadership | Reformatted from PDF to HTML |
| 04/07/2025 | Library Leadership | Reformatted to new template |
