Library Policies: Guidelines for the
    Student Display Space

Purpose and Use The Student Display Space is designed for use primarily by Montclair State University faculty who want their students to have a public place to display scholarly and creative work, as part of a classroom assignment or project. The hope is that this space will have a dual instructional purpose -- to provide a space where students can learn from their fellow students and to provide a space where students in a course grapple with issues of displaying their work for their fellow students. If a faculty member has not reserved the space for such a use, the Library, at its discretion, may allow an academic or administrative unit on campus to put up a display on the board. The purpose of the displays should be educational and intended for Montclair State University students, prospective students, or alumni. The space is not for use by any other group or by individuals. Policies and Procedures Scheduling by MSU Faculty Scheduling is handled by the Dean of Library Services' Office (ext. 4301). Reservations will be on a first-come, first-served basis for Montclair State faculty. The space can be reserved for two weeks, beginning on Monday after 1 p.m. Materials must be removed by Monday 10 a.m. If not removed by that time, the Library reserves the right to remove the materials. Scheduling by MSU Units A Montclair State University unit can reserve the space for up to two weeks if it has not already been reserved by a MSU faculty member prior to one month of the time requested. Policies and procedures that apply to faculty-initiated displays will also apply to non-faculty displays. Permissible Forms of Display Because the display material is designed only for tacking, only thumb tacks and push pins can be used to support the material. Taping material to the board is expressly prohibited and can result in the loss of the privilege of displaying materials. The Library cannot provide any supplies for any displays. All displays must identify the class, faculty member and campus phone number and/or e-mail address. This information should be put in the lower right corner of the display space. Receptions Because the display is in a study area of the Library, no receptions or other activities may be held that will adversely affect the students studying in the area. Liability The Library assumes no liability for loss or damage of the material at any time. We recommend that displayed materials be protected (with a tackable laminate or some other kind of cover) and that the displayer be prepared to replace material. Contacts Scheduling the Space -- Call the Dean's Office at 655-4301 Policy and Procedures -- Call the Dean's Office 655-4301. Last Modified October 13, 2000