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packages on the premises</li> <li>Covering or in some way disengaging security cameras and other security devices</li> <li>Falsely reporting an emergency</li> <li>Departing the Library using emergency exits outside of times of emergency</li> <li>Conduct that is disturbing to other readers or detracts from the research, scholarship, and study environment of the Library</li> </ul> <p>Please consult the websites of individual school and department libraries for specific security and access policies pertaining to their collections.</p> <p>Disciplinary action, including, but not limited to, probation, suspension of Library privileges, etc., will be taken when any of the Library's security policies are violated.  The monetary value of the material taken and/or damaged is not a consideration in pursuing action by the Library, University, and/or local law enforcement.</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div></div><div id="s-lg-box-wrapper-7088109" class="s-lg-box-wrapper-7088109"><div 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Specific implementation of this policy may vary from one library to another within the Yale University Library system.</p> <h2><br /> Eligible Users</h2> <p>Yale University faculty, student and staff members may use any available public library computer located in areas where they have authorized access. Library staff may require individuals who are not affiliated with Yale University to substantiate an appropriate research purpose in order to use library computers.</p> <h2>Priority Access</h2> <p>Yale faculty, students, and staff can expect to have ready access to a computer, though sometimes with minimal delays at peak times. While the Library intends to provide ready access to computers, at times demand will exceed supply. When others are waiting researchers are asked to use reasonable restraint in the use of these shared resources.</p> <p><br /> <strong>Researchers with special needs.</strong> The Library will provide at least one wheelchair accessible computer in each major computer cluster within the library system. Persons requiring other assistance to access information from a Library's workstation are urged to ask for help from Library staff.</p> <h2>Appropriate Use</h2> <p><br /> The use of Library computers is subject to the same policies governing the use of other Yale University facilities, including all applicable state and federal laws, copyright restrictions, and license agreements. See <a href="https://your.yale.edu/policies-procedures/policies/1607-information-technology-appropriate-use-policy">Information Technology Appropriate Use Policy</a>.</p> <p>Tampering with the hardware or software on the computers is strictly prohibited. Violations may result in university disciplinary action or referral to appropriate external authorities.<br />  </p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div></div><div id="s-lg-box-wrapper-7088110" class="s-lg-box-wrapper-7088110"><div id="s-lg-box-6030504-container" class="s-lib-box-container"> <div id="s-lg-box-6030504" class="s-lib-box s-lib-box-std"> <h2 class="s-lib-box-title">Cell Phones in the Library</h2><div id="s-lg-box-collapse-6030504" > <div class="s-lib-box-content"> <div id="s-lg-content-11934234" class=" clearfix"> <p>Cell phones and pagers are permitted in the library. It is expected, however, that people using cell phones will be respectful of others. To provide an optimal environment for research and study and for library staff to do their work, people are asked that cell phones be turned to low, that ringers be silenced (set to vibrate) and that calls be short. Lengthy calls should be made in areas where the conversation does not disturb others. These appropriate areas differ by library because of varying architecture, locations of study spaces, service desks, and staff offices. Please honor requests for quiet and move to another location if an unintended distraction occurs. Thank you for your cooperation.</p> <p>Library Managment Council approved May 12, 2004</p> <p>Final wording revised May 17, 2004</p> <p></p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div></div><div id="s-lg-box-wrapper-7088111" class="s-lg-box-wrapper-7088111"><div id="s-lg-box-6030505-container" class="s-lib-box-container"> <div id="s-lg-box-6030505" class="s-lib-box s-lib-box-std"> <h2 class="s-lib-box-title">Children and Young Adults in the Library</h2><div id="s-lg-box-collapse-6030505" > <div class="s-lib-box-content"> <div id="s-lg-content-11934235" class=" clearfix"> <p>Members of the Yale University community will occasionally need to bring their children with them to the library. The library's paging and Eli Express services may serve as a convenience for parents or caregivers, particularly those with young children, as they provide for placing requests through Orbis in advance so that materials will be waiting for pickup at a selected circulation desk. Please be aware of the following when bringing young people to the library:</p> <p><strong>In areas where Yale University-issued identification is not required:</strong></p> <ul> <li>An adult must accompany children under the age of 14 at all times.</li> <li>Teenagers aged 14-17 who are not Yale students may meet adult members of the Yale community for educational purposes (e.g. tutoring) unaccompanied by another adult. The teen should be prepared to show a high school ID or an explanatory letter from a sponsoring organization (e.g. Dwight Hall).</li> </ul> <p><strong>In areas where Yale University-issued identification is required for entry to public spaces (e.g. the SML stacks):</strong></p> <ul> <li>Children and young adults may enter when accompanying an adult with valid ID.</li> <li>Parents and caregivers are asked to be with the young people at all times.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Notes:</strong></p> <ul> <li>As with adults, any bags, backpacks, books, etc. carried by young people must be presented for inspection when leaving the library.</li> <li>High school students and younger are not eligible to obtain library services unless affiliated with a program recognized by Yale University according to the Library Privileges guidelines.</li> <li>School and Department libraries or special collections (e.g. Manuscripts and Archives) may have their own policies concerning access by young people. Please inquire at individual libraries and departments for details.</li> </ul> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div></div><div id="s-lg-box-wrapper-7088112" class="s-lg-box-wrapper-7088112"><div id="s-lg-box-6030506-container" class="s-lib-box-container"> <div id="s-lg-box-6030506" class="s-lib-box s-lib-box-std"> <h2 class="s-lib-box-title">Photographing or Filming in Library Buildings</h2><div id="s-lg-box-collapse-6030506" > <div class="s-lib-box-content"> <div id="s-lg-content-11934236" class=" clearfix"> <p><strong>Permission to film or photograph in any Yale Library space must be approved in advance and in writing by Yale Library, with the exception of personal photography as defined at the end of this section.</strong></p> <p>For non-commercial requests such as documentary films and news media interviews, please <a href="mailto:librarycommunications@yale.edu">email Library Communications</a> with a brief explanation of your request. Include your name, company or news media affiliation, proposed date, time, and location of filming, how many people will be present onsite, names of interviewees and interview topics, and the project's connection to Yale, if any. Please place your request as far in advance as possible; same-day or last-minute requests are unlikely to be approved.</p> <p>For commercial filming requests, please review all <a href="https://licensing.yale.edu/">guidelines provided by the Office of Marketing and Trademark Licensing</a>.</p> <p>If your initial request seems feasible (based on library schedules, staff and space availability, impact on library users, and other factors), Library Communications staff will ask you to  fill out the <a href="https://guides.library.yale.edu/ld.php?content_id=43350427">online film and photography </a><font color="#2954d1"><span style="caret-color: rgb(41, 84, 209);">application </span></font>and return it to librarycommunications@yale.edu. If your request is accepted, you will be asked to provide proof of insurance with Yale named as an additional insured for the time you are on campus.   In some cases, a certificate of indemnity may be accepted as an alternative. Requested insurance and indemnity forms should be <a href="mailto:librarycommunications@yale.edu">emailed  to Library Communications</a>.</p> <p>Once your application is approved<b>, </b>library staff will work with you to finalize time, location, and logistics, with an emphasis on avoiding disruption to the work of library users. In most cases, a member of library staff or other designated Yale representative must accompany any photographers or film crews.</p> <p><b>Use of Electrical Power</b><br /> If you need supplemental electrical power for cameras and/or floodlights, a University electrician must be in attendance to supervise the use of outlets and panel boards. For planning purposes, it takes one week to schedule the electrician.</p> <p><b>Personal Photography</b><br /> Picture-taking by sightseers using hand-held, self-contained cameras is allowed in public spaces of the library (unless otherwise posted) and as long as it does not interfere with the work of library users or staff. Photographers/filmmakers may not photograph or film library users or staff without written permission from Yale Library. Professional photographers  taking pictures in library spaces for commercial use must request and receive approval following the procedures above. </p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div></div><div id="s-lg-box-wrapper-7088113" class="s-lg-box-wrapper-7088113"><div id="s-lg-box-6030507-container" class="s-lib-box-container"> <div id="s-lg-box-6030507" class="s-lib-box s-lib-box-std"> <h2 class="s-lib-box-title">Food and Drink</h2><div id="s-lg-box-collapse-6030507" > <div class="s-lib-box-content"> <div id="s-lg-content-11934237" class=" clearfix"> <p>Yale University Library's Food & Drink Policy is intended to preserve our library materials, computer equipment, and furnishings, and to maintain a pleasant and comfortable environment for our readers and staff. Your help in this effort is greatly appreciated.</p> <h2>Beverages</h2> <p>Unless otherwise posted, non-alcoholic beverages in approved containers may be consumed in the library.</p> <p>Approved containers include:</p> <ul> <li>Spill-proof mugs with secure lids and a drinking hole that can be closed</li> <li>Sports bottles with a drinking spout that can be closed</li> <li>Water in capped plastic water bottles</li> </ul> <p>Containers that are not considered acceptable include:</p> <ul> <li>Open cups or mugs</li> <li>Aluminum cans</li> <li>Glass bottles</li> <li>Paper or Styrofoam cups with or without lids</li> </ul> <p><img alt="Approved beverage containers must have a secure lide" loading="lazy" src="http://lgimages.s3.amazonaws.com/data/imagemanager/4154/bottles1.jpg" /></p> <p><strong>Non-Compliance</strong></p> <ul> <li>Readers not complying with these policies will be asked to take the food or drink to a designated food area.</li> <li>Unattended food in a "no food allowed" area will be discarded as will unattended drink in unapproved containers.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Please dispose of all trash properly.</strong></p> <h2>Designated Food Areas</h2> <p> </p> <table border="0" cellpadding="5" cellspacing="5"> <tbody> <tr> <th valign="top" width="205"><strong>Library</strong></th> <th valign="top" width="253"><strong>Policy</strong></th> <th valign="top" width="380"><strong>Designated food area</strong></th> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" width="205">Arts Library</td> <td valign="top" width="253">No food</td> <td valign="top" width="380">No area in building</td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" width="205">Bass Library</td> <td valign="top" width="253">Food and beverages allowed</td> <td valign="top" width="380">All Bass Library space</td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" width="205">Beinecke Rare Book & Manuscript</td> <td valign="top" width="253">No Food or beverages</td> <td valign="top" width="380">No area in building</td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" width="205">Marx Library</td> <td valign="top" width="253">Food and beverages allowed</td> <td valign="top" width="380">All Marx Library space</td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" width="205">Classics</td> <td valign="top" width="253">No food</td> <td valign="top" width="380">No area in building</td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" width="205">Divinity</td> <td valign="top" width="253">No food</td> <td valign="top" width="380">Cafeteria, Common Room & Commuter Lounge</td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" width="205"> </td> <td valign="top" width="253"> </td> <td valign="top" width="380"> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" width="205">Law</td> <td valign="top" width="253">No food</td> <td valign="top" width="380">No area in building</td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" width="205"> </td> <td valign="top" width="253"> </td> <td valign="top" width="380"> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" width="205">Medical</td> <td valign="top" width="253">No food</td> <td valign="top" width="380">Beverages in any container allowed in lobby seating area only. Beverages in approved containers anywhere in library.</td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" width="205">Sterling Memorial</td> <td valign="top" width="253">No food; certain collections/areas may restrict beverages also</td> <td valign="top" width="380">Selin Courtyard</td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" width="205">Walpole</td> <td valign="top" width="253">No Food or beverages</td> <td valign="top" width="380">Timothy Root House, next to the Library</td> </tr> </tbody> </table> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div></div></div></div><div id="s-lg-col-2" class="col-md-3"><div class="s-lg-col-boxes"><div id="s-lg-box-wrapper-7088114" class="s-lg-box-wrapper-7088114"><div id="s-lg-box-6029935-container" class="s-lib-box-container"> <div id="s-lg-box-6029935" class="s-lib-box s-lib-box-std"> <h2 class="s-lib-box-title">Get Help</h2><div id="s-lg-box-collapse-6029935" > <div class="s-lib-box-content"> <div id="s-lg-content-11933813" class=" clearfix"> <p>Help is available Monday to Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.</p> <p><img alt="Emal" src="https://lgimages.s3.amazonaws.com/data/imagemanager/4154/icon_email.gif" style="vertical-align: middle; width: 30px; height: 29px;" /> Email: <a href="mailto:askyalelibrary@yale.edu">askyalelibrary@yale.edu</a></p> <p><img alt="Call" src="https://lgimages.s3.amazonaws.com/data/imagemanager/4154/icon_phone.gif" style="vertical-align: middle;" /> Call: (203) 432-1775</p> <p><img alt="SMS text" src="https://lgimages.s3.amazonaws.com/data/imagemanager/4154/icon_text.gif" style="vertical-align: middle;" /> Text: (203) 826-2053</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div></div></div></div></div><div class="row s-lg-row"><div id="s-lg-col-127" class="col-md-12"><div class="s-lg-col-boxes"></div></div></div> <ul id="s-lg-page-prevnext" class="pager s-lib-hide"><li class="previous"><a href="https://guides.library.yale.edu/about/languagearchives"><< <strong>Previous:</strong> Statement on Harmful Language in Archival Description</a></li><li class="next"><a href="https://guides.library.yale.edu/about/committees"><strong>Next:</strong> Library Committees >></a></li></ul> </div>   <div id="s-lib-footer-public" class="s-lib-footer footer container s-lib-side-borders"> <div id="s-lg-guide-header-meta" class="pad-top-sm clearfix"> <ul id="s-lg-guide-header-attributes" class=""> <li id="s-lg-guide-header-updated" class="s-lg-h-separator"> <span class="s-lg-guide-label">Last Updated:</span> <span class="s-lg-text-greyout">Oct 29, 2024 8:30 AM</span> </li> <li id="s-lg-guide-header-url" class="s-lg-h-separator"> <span class="s-lg-guide-label">URL:</span> <span class="s-lg-text-greyout">https://guides.library.yale.edu/about</span> </li> <li id="s-lg-guide-print-url"> <a href="javascript: window.print();"><i class="fa fa-print" aria-hidden="true" title="Print Page"></i> Print Page</a> </li> </ul> <div id="s-lib-footer-login-link"> <a href="https://yale.libapps.com/libapps/login.php?site_id=12&target64=L2xpYmd1aWRlcy9hZG1pbl9jLnBocD9nPTI5NjEyOSZwPTE5NzY0Njg=">Staff Login</a> </div> </div> <div class="pad-bottom-sm clearfix"> <div id="s-lib-footer-support-link" class="pull-right pad-right-med"> </div> <div id="s-lg-guide-header-subjects" class="pad-top-sm pad-left-med pad-right-med pull-left"> </div> <div id="s-lg-guide-header-tags" class="pad-top-sm pad-left-med"> </div> </div> </div>   <div id="s-lib-scroll-top"> <a href="javascript:void(0);" onclick="jQuery('body').focus();" title="Back to Top" aria-label="Back to Top"> <span class="fa-stack fa-lg" aria-hidden="true"> <i class="fa fa-square-o fa-stack-2x"></i> <i class="fa fa-angle-double-up fa-stack-1x" style="position:relative; bottom:2px;"></i> </span> </a> </div>  <div id="s-lib-alert" title=""><div id="s-lib-alert-content"></div></div>  <div class="custom-footer"> <p><img alt="Yale Library logo" src="https://library.yale.edu/sites/default/files/files/FinalULWhite-1000px.png" width="360" height="26"></p> <div class="row"> <div class="column-3"> <h2 class="footer-he">Site Navigation</h2> <p class="footer-list"><a href="https://web.library.yale.edu/search/google">Find, Request, and Use</a></p> <p class="footer-list"> <a href="https://library.yale.edu/help-and-research-support">Help and Research Support</a></p> <p class="footer-list"><a href="https://library.yale.edu/visit-and-study">Visit and Study</a></p> <p class="footer-list"><a href="https://library.yale.edu/explore-collections">Explore Collections</a></p> <p class="footer-list"><a href="https://library.yale.edu/about-us">About Us</a></p> <p class="footer-list"><a href="https://ask.library.yale.edu/">Ask Yale Library</a></p> <p class="footer-list"><a href="https://library.yale.edu/my-library-accounts">My Library Accounts</a></p> <p class="footer-list"><a href="https://web.library.yale.edu/buildings">Hours</a></p> <p> </p> <p style="color:#fff;font-size:11pt; font-family:'mallory_mplight'"> P.O. 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