We recognize that a comfortable study environment requires a food and drink policy that is not overly restrictive. We count on everyone to exercise cooperation and good judgment as we strive to maintain a clean and congenial environment for all of our users.
DRINKS. All drink containers must have lids. "Pop-top" aluminum cans are also acceptable. ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES ARE NOT ALLOWED.
FOOD. Finger foods or snack foods may be consumed in the library, provided that they are not damaging to the collections and facilities (i.e. not sticky, greasy, drippy, messy, wet, etc.) or distracting to other users (i.e. not noisy, smelly, etc.)
EXAMPLES:
| ACCEPTABLE | NOT ACCEPTABLE |
| Pretzels | Pizza |
| Nuts | Burgers |
| Candy | French fries |
| Granola bars | Salads |
| Cookies | Soup |
| Bagels | Meals from the cafeteria |
| Grapes or raisins | Food requiring utensils |
OUTSIDE DELIVERY OF FOOD TO THE LIBRARY IS NOT PERMITTED.
CLEANUP:
- Be considerate of your fellow students and clean up after yourself.
- In the event of spills, clean-up supplies are available at the Information Desk.
- Discard all food and drink-related trash when you leave.
- A container for recyclable bottles and cans is located on each floor.
Food left unattended -- packaged or otherwise -- will be removed and discarded.
NOTE: Food and drink are NOT PERMITTED in any of the Computer Labs or in the Rare Book Room.