The Mudd Library has established a number of policies to ensure equal access to our resources as well as the safety of our patrons. Additionally, our policies are intended to provide information about the workings and processes of the library. Questions about a particular policy? Contact us!
Guest Policy: As of February 2, 2026, the library building will require card access during all open hours and will be available to non-Lawrence community members by appointment only. This is in response to a university-wide policy.
To make an appointment to access the library for use of Federal Documents, library resources, or the University Archives, please submit the Guest Access to the Library form at least one business day prior to your visit.
When deciding when you'd like to visit, please see the library calendar for our open hours as they change during breaks.
Snack foods and covered beverages are permitted. See our Food & Drink Policy for more details.
Circulation Policies: See the circulation page for a list of policies relating to borrowing library materials.
Offices and lockers:
Students may use the library lockers by first checking out a key from the circulation desk.
Student must submit a new request for an office at the start of each term. Submit the Student Office Request form to make a request.
For both, students need to ensure that any library items kept in the locker/office are checked out and stamped with a due date. If this is not followed, the items will be removed and re-shelved.
Gifts and Donations to the Library: Review the gift policy if you're interested in donating books, artifacts, or other materials, or making a monetary gift to the library.
Copyright: Information about copyright, fair use, the Digital Millennium copyright act, and copyright in the classroom.
