Penfield Library Study Carrels

Sorry, but all individual smester carrels have been assigned for this semester.

We suggest trying a "day carrel" - same space and privacy, you just check it out for one day at a time. To request a day carrel, go to the Second Floor Service Desk

The primary function of study carrels is to provide students, faculty, and professional staff with space in the library for their study and research.

Day Carrels

Day carrels are located on the second floor of the library.  Keys are due at closing and should not be taken from the library.

Semester Carrels

Semester carrels are located on the 2nd and 3rd floors.  They are assigned at the beginning of each semester on a first come first serve basis. Special arrangements can be made by individuals with special needs.

Loan Period

1. Semester Carrels are assigned for one semester. The carrel assignee retains the key for the whole semester.
2. Carrel keys should be returned to the 2nd Floor Service Desk before 4:00 PM on the last day of this semester. An overdue fine of $.25 per day will be charged for a key returned late. If the key is not returned or lost key paid for by the due date, you will be fined and ineligble for a carrel in the following semester.
3. The library does not have duplicate keys. If a key is lost, the assignee will not have access to his/her carrel until the key is replaced. A non-refundable fee of $10.00 will be charged for key replacement.

Policies

1. Only signed out materials may be left in carrels. Although the library will make every effort to respect your privacy, carrels are checked occassionally for missing library materials or routine maintenance.
2. The assignee is responsible for removing food and trash from his/her carrel. Trash containers are located nearby.
3. Library furnishings such as step stools, extra chairs, or wastebaskets should not be taken into carrels.
4. The Library is not responsible for personal belongings left in the carrels.