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Syracuse University Policies apply when using the Libraries' spaces, services or resources and supersede specific Libraries' policies. Libraries' policies below provide clarification when University policies do not directly address unique situations. Syracuse University Libraries uses the professional best practices outlined by the American Library Association and Association of College and Research Libraries' Standards, Guidelines and Frameworks as a guide for our work and endeavors.
- Art Exhibition Policy
- Community Bulletin Board Posting
- Computer Use Policy
- Copyright Research Guide contains information related to copyright, fair use, open educational resources and getting help.
- Digital Signage Guidelines
- Guest Borrower Account
- Licensed Web Resources Access
- Meeting and Event Room General Policy
- Overnight Laptop Policy
- Photographing, Videotaping and Filming in Libraries
- Privacy Policy
- Special Collections Use Policy
- Study Room Policy - refer to specific rooms for policy and use guidance.
- Technology Loan Policy
- Use and Conduct
Privacy Policy
| Service | Service Type | Individual Information Required? | University Information Required? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Web site browsing | Browsing only | no | no |
| Web site browsing | Authenticated services; often require University identification. Includes consultations with Copyright and Information Policy Advisor | no | yes |
| Reference; On-campus, wireless use of online databases presumes prior authentication to University network | In-person | no | no |
| Reference; On-campus, wireless use of online databases presumes prior authentication to University network | Online | optional | yes |
| Catalog (SUMMIT) | Browsing only | no | no |
| Catalog (SUMMIT) | Authenticated services; often require University identification | no | yes |
| Circulation | All | no | yes |
| Interlibrary Loan | All | yes | yes |
| Online Databases; University information required to login | On-campus | no | maybe |
| Online Databases; University information required to login | Off-campus | no | yes |
| Technology Loan | All | yes | yes |
| Library Research Initiatives | All | optional | optional |
| Business Transactions; federal regulations may require taxpayer identification numbers for certain business transactions, including selling books | All | yes | no |