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Policies & Guidelines

Hilda C. Landers Library & Archives is committed to providing a welcoming, equitable, and well-managed environment for everyone. Our policies are designed to ensure fair access to resources and a positive experience for all members of our community. Browse the policies below to learn more.

Patron Behavior Guidelines

Learn about behavior guidelines so everyone can enjoy library resources in a clean, safe, and welcoming environment. Read the Patron Behavior Guidelines.

Collection Development

Learn about materials in the library’s collection and how they are chosen. Read the Collection Development Policy.

Serials Collection Development Policy

< p>Learn about the library’s print and electronic journal, magazine and newspaper
collections. Read the Serials Collection Development Policy.

Gifts and Donations

Learn about donating books, CDs, and DVDs to the library. Read the Gifts and Donations Policy.

Overdue Fines

Learn about the library’s no-fine policy for most items in the collection. Read the Overdue Fines Policy.

Informational Posting Guidelines

Learn about where you can post flyers, brochures, and other materials in the Library building.
Read the Informational Posting Guidelines.

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