The University Library strives to provide a clean and well-maintained facility conducive to study and research for individuals and groups. To this end, food and drinks are prohibited in some areas of the library. These areas are clearly identified by official library signs indicating no food and/or no drink. Food and drinks are allowed in some public areas with the following exceptions:

• Food is not permitted at any computer station in all areas of the library.
• All drinks must be covered at all times.
• Messy or aromatic foods are not permitted.
• Food may not be delivered to the library.
• Group and/or party foods (pizza, cake, etc.) are not permitted.

CURVE is a research facility containing high-end computers, visualization hardware, and other specialized equipment.

• Food is not permitted inside CURVE; however, drinks with secure lids are permitted. Library Administration reserves the right to amend these guidelines.

All University Library personnel are responsible for the enforcement of this policy.

The University Library reserves the right to suspend this policy for special events.

Revised July 7, 2003. Approved by Library Administrative Council (LAC) August 19, 2003. Replaces Public Areas Section of Personnel Memorandum #25, Food and Drink Policy. Revised by LAC ad-hoc committee February/March 2009. LAC approved policy to be reviewed by Legal 03/10/09. Legal Reviewed April 2009. LAC Approved June 16, 2009. Revised by LAC ad-hoc committee, June 2015. Approved by LAC July 14, 2015, Reviewed 6/19/2018