Borrowing & Renewal Rules

Learn about the Library's Borrowing and Renewal policies.
Borrow, Renew, ReturnNoise Policy

To help Library users find a study environment with a noise level that is most conducive to their needs, the University Library has two options, depending on location: Collaborative Study and Quiet Study.
Find the Library's Study OptionsLibrary Code of Conduct

The University Library is committed to maintaining a comfortable, safe, and respectful environment that is conducive to individual and collaborative learning, research, study, leisure reading, and diverse educational and cultural programming.
More about the Code of ConductComputer Use

Use of the computers in the University Library is governed by the University Policy for Use of Computing Resources, the California Penal Code, and the University Library Code of Conduct.
Learn about the Library's Specific RulesPhotography & Filming

To preserve user privacy and minimize disruptions, filming inside the Library is prohibited, except under certain circumstances.
Learn MoreTours of Special Collections & Archives

View the Library's policies regarding Tours of the Special Collections and Archives.
Learn MoreMinors: Information for Parents

Minors, unless they are CSUN students, must be accompanied at all times while inside the University Library, and follow applicable COVID-19 Protocols.
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