Robson Library Etiquette and Facilities
Policies
Etiquette
Robson Library welcomes everyone!
Above all, please remember you are part of the larger commons. You share the Robson Library space and its resources with others.
The following is expected of all who use the Library
Please observe all posted signage.
Please keep personal belongings with you at all times. Robson Library and University of the Ozarks are not responsible for lost or stolen property.
Please leave tables in their designated spot. Should you move a chair, please return it to its original location after use.
Be respectful of others in the Library (loud conversations, phone/video calls, listening to music or watching videos without headphones are prohibited).
Any persons displaying inappropriate behavior will be given a warning. If they persist, they will be asked to leave.
Unacceptable uses of the facilities include, but are not limited to, the following
Exhibiting personal behavior that interferes with the effective delivery of library services or use of facilities by others, including loud and /or disruptive conversation;
Creating disturbances that cause others to feel uncomfortable or threatened, including physical assault or use of abusive, threatening, or intimidating language;
Listening to music without headphones, participating in online courses calls/live chats, or using cell phones in a manner that disturbs others;
Mutilating, defacing, or damaging materials, equipment, or furnishings;
Moving tables and equipment without permission;
Removing or attempting to remove materials, equipment, or furnishings without permission;
Failing to return or reconcile for the loss of borrowed materials or equipment;
Concealing library materials within the library for exclusive use by an individual or a group;
Bringing weapons into Robson Library unless authorized to do so;
Opening emergency exits, except in the event of an emergency;
Being in unauthorized areas of the building or remaining in the building when it is closed or during emergency evacuations;
Bringing non-service animals into the library;
Leaving children alone in the library.
Facilities
Study Rooms
Individual and group study rooms are available to all. All group study rooms are designed for groups of two or more, but may be used by an individual if no group is present. A single user may be asked to vacate a group study room if a group arrives and requests the room. Please see the Study Room Policies page for additional information.
Campus Overlook
The space overlooking the Campus Mall is an open area designed for quiet study. Robson Library staff, however, reserve the right to provide this space for academic presentations. If you wish to reserve this space, please email a staff member. Staff, on rare occasions, may allow use of this space if it is clear the event is open to all, is a learning opportunity for all, and is of minimal or no disruption to other patrons.
The Lucile Murphy Special Collections Room
The Lucile Murphy Special Collections Room is a research, seminar, and exhibition space. Please see the Archives and Special Collections page for additional information. If you wish to reserve this space, please email a staff member. Staff offer this space for seminars or small classes where access to archives and special collections materials is expected. On rare occasions, staff may allow use of this space if it is clear the event is open to all, is a learning opportunity for all, will not endanger materials in the Room, and is of minimal or no disruption to other patrons.
Food and drink are not permitted in this Room under any circumstances.