Skip to Content
University of Connecticut Seal University Libraries
Jeremy Richard Library - Stamford Campus

General Library Policies

Borrowing Materials | Computer Use | Confidentiality | Library Property | Food & Beverages | Hours | Databases | Group Study | Laptops | Security | Noise & Cell Phones | Printing & Photocopying | Reshelving | Reference Assistance | Persons with Disabilities | Visitors | University Code of Conduct | University Policies & Procedures

Borrowing Materials

A valid UConn ID (Husky One Card) is required to borrow Course Reserve and/or Circulating materials. Additional information concerning loan periods and renewals is available at the Libraries' Circulation Policies.

Computer Use Policy

Priority for use of computers is given to UConn students, faculty, and staff. Usage is primarily for course-related activities. Students accessing computers for personal use may be asked to relinquish the computer. You must login with your NetID and logoff after your session.

Community and Public Users may use the Public/Guest Terminal for 30 minutes per day and must sign the form located on the clipboard near the workstation. All computer users must abide by the University IT Policies. UConn students may also use the computer lab located on the third floor.

Confidentiality

Under Connecticut law, library circulation records may not be divulged except by court order. This means we cannot tell anyone who has a particular item checked out. We will be glad to recall material from another patron if requested by a member of the University of Connecticut community, and these individuals also may request an InterLibrary Loan copy if our copy has been checked out.

Defacing Library Property

Unauthorized removal, mutilation, defacement, or marking of library property, materials or equipment is prohibited. The intentional damaging of library materials is a misdemeanor punishable by law and will be reported to Security.

Food and Beverage Policy

Food is not permitted anywhere in the library. Water and other beverages are allowed if contained in a covered container, however beverages are not permitted near the computers. Patrons are informed to eat their food outside the library in the campus concourse with plenty of tables and chairs. Patrons who fail to comply with library policy will be asked to leave. Please properly dispose of all trash in available recycling containers and promptly report any spills to the Front Desk.

Hours

Library Databases

The University of Connecticut Libraries purchases access to Licensed Electronic Resources on behalf of the University of Connecticut community.Systematic downloading, distributing, or retaining substantial portions of information or using software such as scripts, agents, or robots, to retrieve information is generally prohibited.

Group Study Rooms

The library has a variety of study area options. Individual study carrels and large group tables are located on all floors of the library. There are live data jacks throughout the library and wireless internet access is available. VCR and DVD players are available in all group study rooms. Usage is limited to two hours due to high demand. Rooms left unattended with personal belongings may be referred to Security. Food and noise policies must be followed in group study areas. Study room keys are acquired from the library services desk at sign-up and remain in the library.

Sign-up is required at at the Front Desk with a valid UConn ID. UConn faculty and staff may reserve study rooms by contacting the library director. Members of the community may request access to use study rooms with a valid ID during slow demand periods of the semester. However priority is given to UConn Students, Faculty and Staff.

Laptops

Wireless Access and Wireless Printing for personal laptops is available throughout the Stamford campus to UConn students, faculty and staff by using their NetID.

Public users who require internet access from their personal laptops need to sign up by filling out an online form at the GuestReg kiosk terminal in the library; the kiosk is located at the Library Services Desk. Guest are required to present a picture ID to the library staff member for confirmation of their WiFi guest acess. Laptop and notebook computers may not be plugged into or attached to any library computing or printing hardware.

Library Security

The main doors near the Front Desk are the only entrance to the library. Patrons must pass through security gates upon entering and exiting. An alarm will sound if library materials are removed without being properly checked out. Occasionally, a laptop computer, commercial videotape, or store security device will set off the alarm. If an alarm sounds while you are leaving the Library, please return to the Front Desk.

The Library has no facilities for secure storage of personal property and assumes no responsibility for personal property lost or stolen on library premises. Never leave personal property unattended in the Library.

Noise & Cell Phone Use

All patrons should respect the rights of others by keeping noise levels as low as possible. This policy applies to all open areas of the Library. If you must have a lengthy conversation, please step outside the library to do so. The University of Connecticut Libraries is committed to providing an environment that is conducive to study as well as welcoming to all users. Please be considerate of those studying around you.

When you enter the Library, turn off your cell phone ringer. Be considerate of those studying around you; keep all conversations with your neighbors short and your voice lowered.

Group Study rooms are available, but noise restrictions need to be followed there as well in order to respect the general atmosphere of the library. If you need to use your cell phone, step outside the library to do so.

Please report any violations of the noise policy to a library staff member. We thank you for your cooperation in making the University of Connecticut Libraries a better place to study and conduct research.

Printing & Photocopying

The library charges for B&W printing and photocopying, however, cash is not accepted. UConn Students need their University ID (Husky One Card) and Public users/Guests of the Stamford Campus need to purchase a Library Copy Card to print or photocopy from the library.

Husky One Card Printing & Photocopying costs 10 cents per page.
Students: please get your Husky One Card Photo taken in order to get your FREE UCONN ID. When you receive your card, you must go to the the Bookstore/Co-op (next door to the library) to add money to your Husky One Card for printing and photocopying.

UConn Stamford Faculty & Adjuncts: photocopying and printing is available at the campus mailroom or faculty office area using your assigned copy code.

A Photocopy machine is located on the first floor of the library. The copier only accepts the Husky One Card (UConn Students, Faculty and Staff) and the Library Copy Card (Guests/Public Users). The library is unable to provide change, so kindly plan accordingly.

Public User Printing/Photocopying:
The Bookstore/Co-op sells Library Copy Cards to Public Users (Guests/Non-UConn Affilates/Community Borrowers) for $3 (plus tax) so that you may add money to this Copy Card.

Wireless Printing:
Only available for UConn Students, Faculty and Staff only using their NetID on the UConn-Secure Network. Go to http://learningcommons.uconn.edu/resources/print.htm to download your campus library printer driver. UConn Stamford Students with Apple laptops will need to follow separate instructions.

Problems & Suggestions

Problems and repair requests should be promptly reported to the Front Desk. Suggestions and comments are welcomed in the suggestion box located on the first floor. Patrons also may speak with staff at the Front Desk or contact the library director.

Reshelving

Patrons are asked not reshelve materials after use. Books left on carrels and tables are routinely shelved by library staff.

Reference Assistance

Reference Librarians are available to assist students and faculty in research. Librarians will also help assist you with the use of library databases, Interlibrary Loan and in locating materials, and resolving Issues related to overdue materials and fines. Ask a Librarian Live lets you ask questions and get answers in real time, from the staff at the University Libraries.

Persons with Disabilities

Visitors

All visitors to the Stamford Campus -Jeremy Richard Library are expected to follow guidelines for library etiquette as mention below:

  • General Conduct/Behavior- anyone running or shouting or participating in disruptive or destructive behavior will be asked to leave the library immediately. If an individual refuses to leave when asked by library staff, the Campus Police will be called immediately.

  • Noise & Cell Phone Use- All patrons should respect the rights of others by keeping noise levels as low as possible. This policy applies to all open areas of the Library. When you enter the Library, turn off your cell phone ringer. If you need to use your cell phone, step outside the library to do so.

  • Food - all food is prohibited anywhere in the library. Beverages are permitted only in spill-poroff cups or screw -tops bottles, but prohibitted near library computers.

  • Children in the library - children must be under the constant supervision of a parent or designated adult custoida at all times when they are in the library; and the parent or adult custodian is responsible for their children's behavior. Children are prohibited from using the library computers.

  • Computer Workstation - Community and Public Users may use a designated Public/Guest Terminal for 30 minutes per day and must sign the form located on the clipboard by the computer station. Priority for use of computers is given to UConn students, faculty, and staff. You will be asked to move to the designated Community Borrower/Public User terminal if you are using another workstation designated for UConn student, faculty and staff use. You will be asked to leave if the libraries computer use policies are abused, this includes displaying images or text that may be interpreted as intimidating, hostile or offensive. The computers use is governed by the Universty of Connecticut's Policy on Harrassment.

  • Printing & Photocopying- Visitors must purchase a library copy card to PRINT materials from a computer and PHOTOCOPY from our copy machine. Please go to the the UConn Co-op in order to purchase the copy card for $3 (plus tax) so that you may add money to the card. The library does not offer wireless printing from personal laptops at this time for Non-affiliated guests on campus. Guests/Public users are encouraged to purchase a USB flash drive from the University Co-op.

    Printing and Photocopies costs are $.10 cents per page. The photocopy machine is located on the first floor of the library. The library does not offer faxing services.

  • Wireless, Internet & Network Access for Guests - if you anticipate visiting the campus and require internet access using your personal laptop, you will need to visit the library to complete a web form ((which requests his/her name, address, and a password for the guest account) ) at the GuestReg Kiosk, located at the Circulation desk. You MUST present identification that corresponds to the information you've provided on the web form in order for the guest account to be activated.

  • Reference Assistance - visitors may seek assistance on the use of library resources at the Reference Desk, but are encouraged to start with their public library to ensure they have utilized the local or regional resources. UConn students, faculty and staff have priority in Reference Service and the use of all library resources and equipment.

  • InterLibrary Loan - ILL services is limited to currently enrolled UConn students, faculty and staff. Visitors should request ILL services through their home school or public library. Visitor who are CT residents may purchase a Community Borrower Card for $50 ($35 UConn Alumni Association member) in order to check out books from the UConn Libraries.