Building Policies

Noise
To foster a welcoming environment conducive to study and research, the following guidelines have been established concerning appropriate noise levels.

General Noise
The area behind the Main Stacks on the top floor is a designated quiet study area. Quiet conversation among patrons, and group study, is acceptable in other areas of the building, which include the United Nations (UN) Room, the tables directly in front of the UN Room, the tables on the middle floor, and the snack area on the bottom floor.

Cellular Telephone Use
Prior to entering the building, cell phones should be turned off or set to a non-audible ring. Cell phone conversations are only acceptable in the top floor vestibule area and the snack area located on the bottom floor. Signs are posted throughout the building, designating "no cell phone use" areas.

Continued excessive noise will be cause for a patron being asked to leave the building.

Unsupervised Children
Because the Learning Center staff cannot guarantee the safety of children who are left unattended while parents attend class, and also to ensure an atmosphere conducive to study and research, patrons are discouraged from bringing minors (children under the age of 18) to the Spangler Learning Center.