Dacus Library User Access Policy
Dacus Library primarily supports the academic research needs of the Winthrop University community by offering an extensive range of print, media, digital, and electronic resources and welcomes community users seeking on-site access to information and resources in accordance with the following policy.
Applies to:
Winthrop University students currently enrolled.
Winthrop University faculty and staff.
Spouses and children of categories 1 and 2 above.
Anyone with a research need fulfilled only by the specific resources within Dacus Library.
Anyone issued a Friends of the Ida Jane Dacus Library card.
| Policy Number: | 2.5.02 |
| Effective Date: | 08/25/2021 |
| Date Reviewed: | 05/03/2021 |
| Last Review Date: | 02/01/2007; 08/01/2017; 04/21/2021 |
| Responsible Official: | Dean, Ida J. Dacus Library and Pettus Archives |
| Responsible Office: | Office of the Dean, Dacus Library and Pettus Archives |
| Contact Information: |
824 Oakland Ave. Rock Hill, S.C. 29733 Phone: 803.323.4501 |
1.0 Specific meanings of bold terms seen throughout this policy can be found within the University's policy definition glossary by following the link below.
Dacus Library primarily supports the academic research needs of the Winthrop University community by offering an extensive range of print, media, digital, and electronic resources and welcomes community users seeking on-site access to information and resources in accordance with the following policy.
In fulfillment of our primary mission to support the academic research needs of the Winthrop University community, currently enrolled Winthrop students and currently employed faculty and staff receive priority access to services and equipment; therefore, during peak hours or certain times of year, library services or spaces may be limited. Please review the procedures section of this policy for information on user groups and associated access and privileges.
All library users have in-house access to print collections, microforms, databases, and scanners, and in-house and online access to reference services, and library research guides. Winthrop Secure Wi-Fi is available to current Winthrop students, faculty, and staff. Free guest Wi-Fi is available to all other library users.
Dacus Library users must comply with the following policies:
· Dacus Library User Code of Conduct
· Winthrop University Policy on the Appropriate Use of Information Technology Resources.
Dacus Library User Access, Resources, and Services:
Winthrop University Students (currently enrolled)
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Winthrop University Faculty (Including Adjunct Faculty)
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Winthrop University Staff
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Winthrop University Spouses and Children of Faculty and Staff
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Winthrop University Retirees
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Winthrop University Alumni
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Winthrop University Friends of Dacus Library
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PASCAL Member Institution Students and Faculty
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York Technical College Bridge Students
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Community Library Users
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Federal and State Depository Library Users
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Visit the Dacus Library Website for additional information on library access, resources, and services.
