Study Carrels

Study Carrels

Sims Library offers private study carrels on the third and fourth floors that are available by request to support study and research by currently enrolled graduate students and full-time faculty.

Each carrel is equipped with a desk, chair, and electrical outlet.

Faculty Study Carrels

Graduate Study Carrels

  • Graduate study carrel keys are distributed at the beginning of each semester.
  • Selections for the distribution of the graduate carrels are based on the student’s academic status.
  • Graduate carrels are issued for one semester only. Returning students must reapply each semester.
  • A waiting list for graduate carrels is held for each semester.
Request a Study Carrel

Policies

To ensure the safety and security of the Library and its materials, periodic checks of carrels will be conducted. Carrels should be kept neat and orderly and used for research and scholarly projects only. Carrels should not be used for storage, office, or conference space. 

Use of carrels is restricted to Library hours.

Carrels have been furnished and equipped for use. No furniture is to be removed from or introduced to them, except by arrangement with Library Administration. Walls and doors must be kept free of nails, tape, and any other methods of affixing objects. Damage to any furniture or equipment and necessary repairs or replacement should be reported to the Circulation Department immediately.

Beverages in closed containers and food are permitted in the carrels. TOBACCO IN ANY FORM IS STRICTLY PROHIBITED.

Carrel holders may not sublease carrels assigned to them.

The Library assumes NO responsibility for any equipment or personal items left in the carrel.

All materials belonging to Sims Library and left in a carrel must be properly checked out to the occupant. Any items not checked out to the faculty member will be returned to the Circulation Department for reshelving. The occupant will be issued a written warning. Periodicals and Reference materials are non-circulating and must not be left in locked carrels. These items will also be removed.

Carrel holders who are in violation of any of these polices may have their carrel assignments revoked.

Group Study Rooms

Study Rooms that will accommodate 4-6 persons are available on the 4th floor of the library.