R.B. House Undergraduate Library Loan Policy

The R. B. House Undergraduate Library follows the general circulation policies established by Davis Library, with the exception of loan periods.

Who may use R.B. House Undergraduate Library collections?

Collections of the R. B. House Library are open and available to all. Some restrictions may apply.

Who may borrow Undergraduate Library materials?

Faculty, students, and staff of The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill may borrow circulating materials upon presentation of their campus identification card (UNC One Card).For information about the UNC One Card, see http://www.onecard.unc.edu.

Non-affiliated persons, students and faculty from other universities, residents of North Carolina, members of the General Alumni Association, and Friends of the Library may borrow materials by registering at Davis Library (or Law or Health Sciences Libraries). See http://www.lib.unc.edu/circ/borrowers.html for information about fees and borrowing privileges.

Loan Periods (For how long may I borrow materials?)

• The Undergrad Library lends books for 30 days.
• Videos, other media, and MRC equipment vary by format. See http://www.lib.unc.edu/house/mrc/pages/policies/.
• Some reserve materials may be used in the Reserve Reading Room without being checked out. If you wish to use a reserve item outside of the Reserve Reading Room, you must check-out the material at the Reserve Desk. Loan periods vary. Most reserve items circulate for 2 hours, overnight, 24 hours, or 7 days.
• Laptops, ethernet cables, zip drives, dry erase board marker kits, and calculators circulate for 3 hours and can only be used in the library. Laptop loans are made only between 8am and 10 pm and should be returned before 11pm, when the library is open overnight. Otherwise, Fridays, Saturdays, and during holiday, session breaks, and summer all loans are due back one (1) hour before the library closes, and the last loan is two (2) hours before the library closes.

Limits (How many items may I borrow?)

• UL Books: no limits.
• Reserve items: 3 at a time.
• Videos and DVDs: 3 DVDs and a total of 3 of any other Media Resources Center items. See http://www.lib.unc.edu/house/mrc/pages/policies/.

Renewals

Offsite Renewal:

• Web online renewal: click here
  (Note: It is important that items be renewed on or before their due dates to avoid overdue fines which may disallow further renewals until the fines are cleared.)

In-Person (In Library):

• Undergrad Library books: Take to the library from which the book was borrowed. Undergrad Library books may be renewed in person by presenting the book at the Service Desk; in person book renewals will be transacted as a new loan.
• Reserve renewals can only be made in person at the Class Reserves Desk.
• Only Screenplays, CDs, and Audiocassettes can be renewed in person at the Media Resources Center. See http://www.lib.unc.edu/house/mrc/pages/policies/.
• Laptops may be renewed 1 time. Also see Loan Periods

Fines (What happens if you don't return materials on time?)

• Undergrad Library Books: $.50 per day, per item; up to $25.00 maximum per item.
• Recalled items: Additional $.50 per day each day past the due date.
• Reserve items: $1.00 per hour per item; up to $50.00 maximum per item.
• Overdue laptop, ethernet cable, and zip drive. See http://www.lib.unc.edu/circ/fines.html. No maximum overdue charge per item.
• Media Resources Center materials: $1.00 a day per item; up to $25.00 maximum per item.
• Media Resources Center equipment: $30.00 per hour, with No maximum overdue charge; see http://www.lib.unc.edu/house/mrc/pages/equipmentRentals/
• Lost or damaged books. See http://www.lib.unc.edu/circ/fines.html.
• Lost or damanged Reserve Books: 7 days after due date, patrons are billed replacement cost of $125.00 ($100 replacement plus $25.00 processing.)
• Lost or damaged media charges vary by item type. See http://www.lib.unc.edu/house/mrc/pages/policies/.

Recalls

• If an Undergrad Library book is currently checked out, you may submit your recall request online at http://www.lib.unc.edu/forms/request.html, or you may recall it by completing a Hold card at the Undergrad Library Entry Level Service Desk.
• Recalled books may have adjusted due dates, reducing the original loan period. Recalled items will incur a recall fine of $.50 per day each day past the adjusted due date without a grace period. The recall fine is applied in addition to regular overdue fines.

Material Return

• Material should be returned to the Check-Out Desk of the library department from which it was borrowed.
• Media Resources Center materials: Please do not return media materials in the exterior bin. Please return media materials to the Media Resources Center when the Undergrad Library is open. All Media Resources Center materials should be returned to the department's Check-Out Desk during its business hours to ensure same-day discharge. When the department is closed, Media Resources Center materials may be deposited in the return bin located near the department's entrance. Items returned in the bin will be discharged on the Media Resources Center's next business day and applicable fine days will apply. See http://www.lib.unc.edu/house/mrc/pages/policies/.
• Materials deposited into an exterior return bin will be discharged the next library business day, and applicable fine days will apply. See http://www.lib.unc.edu/house/hours.html.
• Undergraduate Library books may also be returned by mail, applicable fines will be charged. The address should read:
  Undergraduate Library Circulation
  CB#3942 R.B. House Library
  University of North Carolina
  Chapel Hill, NC 27514-8890
• Reserve material: Print reserve material should be deposited in the return slot in the Class Reserves Desk.

Can't Find It? (What if a book or periodical isn't on the shelf?)

The item may still be available. Ask for assistance at the Entry Level Service Desk.

Loan Policy Questions

Contact the UL Circulation Librarian, Libby Grey: (by phone: 919-962-1355; or by email: lgrey@email.unc.edu)

R. B. House Undergraduate Library Building Use Policies

The House Undergraduate Library is a library that serves UNC students, faculty and staff. It is also open to the general public. To ensure a pleasant and safe environment conducive to research and study, the Library has established the following policies regarding the use of its facilities and collections.

Animals. Only guide dogs and companion dogs that assist people with disabilities are allowed in the Library.

Bicycles, Scooters, Rollerskates, Rollerblades and Skateboards. The use of these items in the House Library is prohibited. Bikes must be secured on proper bike racks.

Cameras. Use of photographic or video equipment is restricted. Individuals, classes, groups, or organizations desiring to film the Library or its staff or users must first get permission from the Undergraduate Librarian.

Cell Phones and Pagers. To preserve a quiet study environment, the Library requires library users to set cell phones and pagers on nonaudible signals. Cell phone calls may be made from the front vestibule.

Children. Children are welcome, but those under 14 must have adult supervision at all times.

Computer Work stations. Academic work has priority and use is limited to one hour if others are waiting. Access is limited to the options listed on the screen. No game playing, access to DOS, software installation, personal software or web authoring is allowed.

Courtesy and Responsibility. All patrons using online and Internet resources are expected to show common courtesy and respect for both the privacy and sensibility of others since it is not possible to prevent other library patrons from observing online information or images they may find inappropriate.

Defacing the Library and its Materials, Equipment, and Furniture. Cutting, tearing, or defacing materials such as books, periodicals, microforms and compact discs or tampering with computers or computer software or defacing equipment, furniture or the building itself is prohibited.

Disruptive Behavior. Behavior that interferes with the appropriate use of the Library is not permitted. This includes excessive noise, altercations, theft, vandalism, inappropriate sexual behavior, and harassment of any kind. All such activities should be reported immediately to the Circulation Desk staff, who will contact Campus Police. Patrons identified as disruptive will be subject to sanction, including possible expulsion from the Library, University disciplinary action, being trespassed from the Library or being trespassed from all UNC libraries or the UNC campus.

Fire Alarms. All patrons and staff should respond to all fire and emergency alarms by immediately exiting the building via the nearest emergency exit.

Food and Drink. Drinks in re-closable, spill-proof containers are allowed in most locations. They are not permitted in the Computer Lab, the Information Commons, Reference or where photocopiers or computer or audiovisual equipment are located. Canned beverages and drinks in paper or Styrofoam cups are not allowed. People who violate this policy will be asked to dispose of their food or drink or leave the Library.

Group Study Rooms.

Paging. The Library will use its public address system to page individual patrons only when there is a verifiable medical emergency.

Safety. The Library's goal is always to optimize the safety and security of its users and staff. All statutes, regulations, and laws governing safety and behavior in a facility of the State of North Carolina and the University of North Carolina will apply, as understood by Library and University staff. Emergencies should be reported immediately to Library staff. For security, House Undergraduate Library is monitored by closed-circuit television.

Screen Saver Policy.

Signs. Personal notes and/or announcements may be posted on the bulletin board in the foyer. This board is cleared as needed.

Solicitation. Solicitation is not permitted. Campus groups are able to user the foyer for noncash charitable collections under certain circumstances. See http://www.lib.unc.edu/aoffice/policies/charitable.html.

Smoking. Smoking in any part of the House Undergraduate Library is forbidden by State law.