MTSU University Library
Graduate Research Carrel

Carrel #________

Key #________

 

APPLICATION
Please print out form, complete, and bring to Service Desk.

 

Name     __________________________________

 

Email Address     _____________________________

 

Local Address    __________________________________________________________

 

Permanent Address     __________________________________________________________

 

Phone _(_____)______________________         Social Security Number ____-___-______

(For Library Staff Only)

Status Verified by   __________________________     Assignment End Date _____________

 

Date _____________     Key Issue Date _____________     Key Return Date _____________

 

LIBRARY GRADUATE STUDENT RESEARCH CARREL POLICY

DEFINITION: GRADUATE STUDENT RESEARCH CARREL
Library Research Carrels are individual units with a work surface and a small lockable storage area for books and papers. Electrical and data outlets are available for the use of individually owned computers. Research Carrels are for the use of graduate students engaged in research projects where access to the Library collections and services would be of significant benefit.
METHOD OF ASSIGNMENT
At the beginning of each semester, priority will be given to graduate students enrolled in research courses. Students who wish to be assigned a research carrel will complete the application and submit it to the library for carrel assignment. Thereafter, other graduate students requiring use of a research carrel will be considered for assignment.
LENGTH OF ASSIGNMENT
Library Graduate Research Carrels will be assigned for one semester only. Students may apply for renewal of their carrel assignment by completing a new application for the upcoming semester at the Service Desk.
KEYS
Keys to the locking bin must be returned at the end of the assignment period. Failure to return the key by the designated semester end date will result in a fine of $5.00, and a hold will be placed on the student's record; thus, grades and transcripts will not be available until the hold is cleared.
USE OF LIBRARY MATERIALS IN THE GRADUATE RESEARCH CARREL AREA
Library materials placed in the locking bin of the carrel must be properly checked out in order for them to remain there. The carrel will be checked regularly by Library staff members and materials not properly checked out will be removed. Materials that do not circulate, e.g. periodicals and reference materials, cannot be left in the carrel.
RESPONSIBILITY FOR ITEMS IN THE STUDY
Although the binder bin of the research carrel can be locked, the Library cannot assume responsibility for damage or loss of any items left in the area. The carrels are open to the public, so access to the work surface will be possible.
REGULATIONS
    1. All Library materials in the carrel must be checked out or they will be removed and reshelved.
    2. Non-circulating Library materials may not be left in the carrel.
    3. Carrels may not be used by someone other than the person(s) assigned.
    4. Foods, beverages, and smoking are not permitted in the carrel.
    5. The carrel may only be used during the hours that the Library is open.
    6. Students using the carrels will not be paged for phone calls or messages.
    7. Carrels may not be used for consultations.
    8. Students should not leave any personal items unsecured in the carrel.
    9. Failure of students to conform to research carrel regulations may result in cancellation of the assignment.

 

I agree to adhere to the regulations concerning the use of Library Research Carrels.

 

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Signature                                                                     Date

 

Fall 2001