Library and Information Services

Library Guest Use

The library is intended for the use of all members of the Carthage community.  We are pleased to permit visitors to use various library materials and resources within the library building and to apply for borrowing privileges if they desire.  The following statements outline the privileges which are extended to library visitors and the conditions under which they will be granted.

Registration

All visitors are asked to show proper identification when requested to sign in on the Guest Register at the Information Desk

Hedberg Library welcomes children as long as they are accompanied by an adult.  Children under the age of 14 are not permitted in the library unless accompanied by a parent or guardian.  If unaccompanied children are found in the library, a staff member will contact campus security to report the situation and seek assistance.

Obtaining a library card

Carthage community members include:

  • Full-time and part-time Carthage students
  • Full-time and part-time Carthage employees
  • Carthage alumni (some restrictions may apply)
  • Spouses and children of Carthage employees (some restrictions may apply)
  • Trustees
  • Retired employees granted emeritus status

Your Carthage ID card is your library card. Special Borrower cards for visitors can be obtained in the library.

Acquiring a Special Borrower’s Card – Special Borrower’s Card application forms are available at the Library Circulation desk.  The completed form must be submitted with the required fee of $25 to the Library Circulation Desk; cards will be available for pick-up after three days.  Benefits are available only to the individual to whom the card is issued for one year.

Application by Minors – People under the age of 18 who wish Guest Access must have the application form signed by a parent/guardian.  Carthage does not restrict access to Internet sites, videotapes, or printed materials, so parents should carefully consider whether they want their minor child to have access to the full range of Internet and library resources.  Special Borrower Cards will not be issued to any minors under the age of 14.

Parking

Visitors may park in designated areas in Lots I and C.

Resources Available To Visitors Purchasing a Special Borrower’s Card

  • Allowed to checkout a maximum of six (6) items at a time
  • Use of desktop computers in the library
  • Access to photocopy machines (fee per copy)
  • Access to printing

Resources/Benefits available to Visitors not purchasing a Special Borrower’s Card

  • Use of materials in the library
  • Use of desktop computers in the Library
  • Access to photocopy machines (fee per copy)
  • Access to printing

Resources/Benefits not available to Visitors

  • Interlibrary Loan services
  • Checkout of software
  • Checkout of media equipment and laptops
  • Use of computers and locations other than the Library

Revocation of Visitor Privileges

A Special Borrower’s card may be revoked and Visitors may be denied use of library resources if the Visitor does not observe the guidelines on this document.  Grounds for revocation of Visitor privileges include:

  • Failure to return library materials in a timely fashion
  • Failure to pay fines
  • Damage to any library materials or equipment or facilities
  • Non-compliance with computer, library and Internet use rules as described in the Carthage Student Community Code
  • Failure to cooperate with library staff
  • Misrepresentation of information on the application
  • Warnings need not be given before revocation of a card.  No part of the fee will be refunded if Visitor privileges are revoked.

Security

An electronic security system at the entrance serves to protect the collection for the benefit of all users. Should the alarm be activated, library staff has the right to inspect packages or backpacks for library materials.

Theft and mutilation of library materials are, and will be, treated as serious offenses and may result in prosecution.

Neither the Library nor the College can accept responsibility for loss or theft of any personal belongings.

Summer Library Hours

Monday - Thursday
7:30am - 10:00pm
Friday
7:30am - 5:00pm
Saturday
7:30am - 5:00pm
Sunday
1:00pm - 10:00pm


Special Hours

Summer 2012

Sat May 26 - Mon May 28
(Memorial Day Weekend)
CLOSED
Wed July 4
CLOSED
Sun Sept 2
8:00am - 10:00pm
Mon Sept 3 (Labor Day)
8:00am - 10:00pm