To maintain a conducive learning environment, we kindly ask all library users to follow these rules and policies. These guidelines help ensure that every visitor has access to a peaceful and well-organized space for reading, studying, and research.
📖 General Rules
Authorized Client
The Library’s primary clients are the university faculty, staff, administrators, and students. A non-constituent may be permitted to avail a library service with a fee. For member schools under the resource sharing agreement, the client shall present a letter of request from the Librarian of their institution. They can avail of thelibrary services on Saturdays only
Service Hours
Mondays through Saturdays
8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
The loan desk closes fifteen minutes before the posted closing time. Extended services for evening and Saturday schedules shall be widely disseminated.
Entrance and Exit Requirements
Validated Library ID
Visitor’s ID for non-constituents
Health and Safety Protocol if applicable
📚 Borrowing & Lending Policies
📌 Library Card Requirement – A valid student or faculty ID/library card is required to borrow books.
📌 Borrowing Limits – Users can check out a maximum of [number] books at a time.
📌 Loan Period – Books can be borrowed for [number] days and must be returned on or before the due date.
📌 Renewals & Reservations – Renewal is allowed if no other user has requested the book. Reservations can be made for high-demand materials.
📌 Late Returns & Fines – Overdue books will incur a fine of [amount] per day to encourage timely returns.
📌 Lost or Damaged Books – Users are responsible for replacing lost or damaged books or paying the necessary replacement fee.
🔍 Study & Research Space Policies
📌 Quiet Study Zones – Designated areas should be used for individual, silent study.
📌 Group Study Rooms – Must be booked in advance; noise levels should be kept at a moderate level.
📌 Computer & Internet Usage – Computers are for academic purposes only. [Time limit] per session may apply during peak hours.
📌 Printing & Photocopying – Printing and photocopying services are available at [rate per page].
🌐 Digital Library & E-Resources
📌 Authorized Access – Digital resources, e-books, and databases are for academic and research use only.
📌 Account Credentials – Users must not share their login credentials for library systems and databases.
📌 Copyright & Fair Use – Adhere to copyright laws when using digital materials. Unauthorized reproduction or distribution is prohibited.
📅 Library Conduct & Security
📌 Personal Belongings – The library is not responsible for lost or stolen personal items. Please keep valuables secure.
📌 Use of Library Equipment – Computers, projectors, and other library facilities should be used responsibly.
📌 Exit & Entry Procedures – Users must sign in/out at the entrance and present their ID when requested by staff.
📌 Violations & Consequences
Failure to comply with these rules may result in warnings, suspension of library privileges, or disciplinary actions depending on the severity of the violation.
📍 Visit & Enjoy the Library Responsibly!
We encourage everyone to respect the library space, follow these rules, and make the most of our resources. Thank you for your cooperation!