SDSU LIBRARIES POLICY & PROCEDURE STATEMENT

SUBJECT:

 

Cellular Phones, Pagers, or Other Audible Electronic Devices

Statement number: M-15

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Approved by:

 

Date:

Library Faculty

12 Nov. 2003

Dean of Libraries

15 Nov. 2003

Effective date:

17 Nov. 2003

Revised date:

 
       

It is essential that an environment conducive to serious study and research be maintained in the library. 

Cellular phones, pagers, and other audible electronic devices that could inhibit the concentration of library researchers must not be used in most areas of Briggs Library.  These devices should be turned off to prevent potential distractions. 

Cellular phones may be used discreetly only in the following areas: 

  • The Library Vestibule (main floor, between the two sets of doors)
  • The Library Lobby (main floor, between the entry doors and the reference area)
  • Group Study Rooms (when no one in the group objects)
  • Individual Study Rooms

Laptop or notebook computers may be used in the library, but the sound should be muted.

Exception: Library employees may need to use audible electronic devices in the course of their assigned duties.  Such use should only occur to the extent necessary. 

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Updated 16 January 2008 by db