Library Researcher Guidelines

Research Request Visit Guidelines

By submitting a research visit request, you acknowledge that you have read and agree to abide by the following guidelines:
  1. The Library of the Institute for the Study of Ancient Cultures of the University of Chicago is under the direct authority of the Librarian. Researchers should apply for permission to examine materials in the Library at least one week in advance, and an appointment must be scheduled and confirmed with the Librarian.
  2. Researchers must read the Researcher’s Guidelines for the use of materials in the Library. Visitors agree to abide by the terms and provisions of the Researcher’s Guidelines by submitting the Research Visit Request Form. The successful operation of the Research Archives library requires patrons to observe the following guidelines for the courtesy of all library users.
  3. Researchers agree to abide by the following rules when accessing Library materials:
    • Library materials may be examined only within the Research Archives library. The library is a non-circulating reference collections. Books cannot be checked out.
    • Under no circumstances may Library materials be removed from the library or the Institute for the Study of Ancient Cultures building by a researcher.
    • No smoking, eating, or drinking is permitted while using Library materials.
      Bags, backpacks, purses, coats, and other extraneous paraphernalia may be checked before entering or leaving the library.
    • No sticky notes or other materials that may leave residue are to be used in Library materials.
    • The Researcher may not bring guests in the Library or office(s) without prior permission. Authorized guests are the responsibility of the researcher and are subject to the same terms and provisions of the Researcher’s Guidelines agreed upon by the researcher. Failure to abide by the terms and provisions of the Researcher Guidelines may result in the termination of the researcher's access to Library of the Institute for the Study of Ancient Cultures of the University of Chicago.
  4. Visitors are responsible for adhering to all copyright laws. A scanner and copy machine are available in the Library. Visitors should consult with library staff prior to making reproductions.
  5. Visitors are expected to be quiet and courteous for the benefit of all patrons.