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Snell Library Code of Conduct

Responsible conduct is expected of all persons who use the University Library. Members of the Northeastern community are expected to respect the rights of others to study in Snell Library throughout the building and limit disruptive behavior. People who engage in inappropriate, abusive, or disruptive behaviors will be asked to leave.

Access Animals Food Internet  Lost & Found Noise Expectations Posters, Signs & Filming Security Smoking Unattended Belongings Vehicles

Access

All Northeastern students, faculty, and staff are required to use a current, valid, and active Husky Card to enter the Library.

Members and guests are prohibited from:

  • Attempting to gain access into the Library with an ID other than their own.
  • Allowing another person to use their ID to gain access into the Library.
  • Attempting to enter the Library through points of access not designated as a main entry.

See our Visitor Access Policy for more information.

Animals

Animals other than service dogs individually trained to do work or perform tasks for the benefit of an individual with a disability, are not permitted inside the Snell Library.

Food

Food is allowed throughout Snell Library except in spaces that specifically prohibit it, such as the Recording Studios or the Archives.

Food deliveries cannot be left with library staff on the first floor of Snell Library. Please arrange prompt pick-up of food deliveries directly with delivery personnel.

Internet

Northeastern’s Information Technology Services (ITS) department can be reached by phone at 617-373-4357 or by emailing [email protected].

Lost and Found

Found items will be held for one month, however food items will be disposed of immediately. Library staff are not responsible for unattended belongings.

The items listed below are turned over to the Northeastern University’s Public Safety Division regularly. Public Safety will contact owners when possible. They may be picked up at the Northeastern University Police Department (716 Columbus Avenue) from Monday through Friday, 8AM to 4PM. These items include:

  • Bank cards or credit cards
  • Car keys
  • Cash
  • Cell phones and mobile devices
  • Computers
  • Earbuds
  • Government ID (licenses, passports)
  • Jewelry
  • Prescription medications
  • Wallets and purses
  • Northeastern University Husky Cards (These are kept at the Access Point, located at the entrance to the Library)

Call the Help & Information Desk at 617-373-8778 or email [email protected] to check if your missing item has been turned into Library staff.

Noise Expectations

  • Disruptive devices, such as music or video players with headphones that leak sound, should not be used in the library.
  • Those who wish to work in groups should be mindful of others working in their immediate area. Group Study Rooms can be booked in advance by current students. These and other library spaces available to be reserved can be found on the rooms and spaces page.
  • The Library has designated Room 490 on the fourth floor and 320 on the third floor for silent study. In these spaces, patrons must refrain from talking, making or receiving phone calls, watching videos without headphones or otherwise distracting those looking for silent study space. Library staff can be alerted to violations of the noise expectations for this space by visiting the Help & Information Desk on the first floor of Snell Library.

Disruptive patrons may be asked to leave the building by Library staff.

Posters, Signs and Filming

The bulletin boards in Snell Library are meant for community information for Northeastern students. The Library does not require approval before items are added to these bulletin boards on the lower level and floors two through four. However, items will be removed by library staff if they are not in keeping with the spirit of Northeastern’s Code of Conduct or Snell Library’s Code of Conduct. This may include but is not limited to items that are found to contain graphic imagery, slurs or hateful language, calls to violence, or external commercial solicitations. In addition, items may not be added to floors, walls, columns, glass, tables, chairs, windows, or doors. Ask the Information Delivery & Access Services (IDEAS) department for locations of bulletin boards throughout the building.

Any abusive expression in Snell Library that violates the Northeastern University Student Code of Conduct will be reported accordingly.

The use of cameras or video recording devices is not permitted in the Library unless consent through the Library’s administration has been granted. To obtain permission for photo or video collection please contact the Marketing and Communications Manager ([email protected]) for additional information or to submit your request. Please allow at least 3 business days to process your request.

Mutilation or unauthorized removal of library materials, furnishings or property is a violation of Massachusetts State Law (Chapter 266, sections 99 and 100). All such incidents will be reported to the Campus Police. If such an incident involves a student, a report may also be made to the Dean of Students, who may subsequently refer the matter to Northeastern’s Office of Student Conduct and Conflict Resolution (OSCCR). Northeastern University Code of Student is available on OSCCR’s website.

For your safety and protection, some areas of the Library are under 24-hour video surveillance owned by the Northeastern University Police Department.

Security

Snell Library has a security gate at its exit. If its alarm goes off as you are exiting, please present all books, laptops, and bags for inspection when asked to do so. This will help library staff determine why the alarm sounded.

The safety of all participants who utilize the University Library is our highest priority. The policies herein have been implemented with the express intent to reduce the risk of hazards and address the response to safety and emergencies.

Smoking

Smoking and vaping are prohibited, in accordance with University Policy, in any area of the Snell Library building or in any unit of the University Library, as well as on the steps and loggia of Snell Library. Failure to comply will result in referral to the Office of Student Conduct and Conflict Resolution.

Unattended Belongings

Please keep your personal possessions in view and do not use them to reserve space. Do not leave belongings unattended. Library staff are not responsible for unattended items and may remove items to make space available for others. Removed unattended belongings may be claimed from lost and found at the Help & Information Desk on the first floor of Snell Library.

Vehicles

  • Bicycles, scooters, and any type of motorized vehicle with the exception of mobility aids are not allowed inside Snell Library.
  • The use of skates, skateboards, scooters, and bicycles inside Snell Library, on its loggia, or on the steps and ramps leading to it is prohibited for your safety and that of others.
  • The use or charging of hoverboards is not permitted in Snell Library per the Northeastern University Police Department.

Other Questions?

Many answers to questions about using Snell Library can be found in the Library’s FAQ or stop by the Help and Information Desk on the first floor of Snell Library and ask Library staff.