GENERAL STATEMENT ON THE USE OF WOODBURY UNIVERSITY LIBRARY
The Woodbury University Library is a privately-funded facility with the primary mission of supporting the study, research, and instructional needs of Woodbury University students, faculty, and staff. The Woodbury University campus is private property. Those present in the library, including visitors or members of the Woodbury University campus community, may be asked to present a Woodbury ID to verify their affiliation with Woodbury.
The following categories of individuals are welcome in the library:
1) Alumni: please request an alumni ID by emailing helpdeskcampussecurity@woodbury.edu and bring it when you visit.
Category 1 library privileges: on-site use of the library space, library databases, ebooks, and print collections during your visit (unfortunately, we are unable to offer remote access to digital resources; and books may not be taken outside the library)
2) Current students: please bring your student ID; request a student ID here
Category 2 library privileges: full library privileges
3) WU Faculty, Staff, and Emeriti: please bring your WU ID; Faculty Emeritus/Emerita should request an emeritus/emerita ID by emailing helpdeskcampussecurity@woodbury.edu
Category 3 library privileges: full library privileges
4) Those who are already on campus for a WU-sponsored event: please notify library personnel of the purpose of your visit upon entering the library
Category 4 library privileges: may tour the library
5) Visiting scholars: Visiting scholars must have a WU-affiliated sponsor who can verify their need to use WU Library. They should email reference@woodbury.edu prior to coming to the library to discuss the conditions of their proposed visit, and may not enter the library without prior approval
Category 5 library privileges: privileges will be arranged according to an individual researcher's needs
All library users and visitors must abide by Woodbury University Library policies for appropriate use of the library. Woodbury University Library reserves the right to withdraw privileges at any time.
Woodbury University is a community of scholars. One of the requirements of a scholarly community is to be free of disruptive, threatening, or illegal behavior. The University has rules for the conduct of faculty, staff, students, and visitors while on campus, in part to provide an environment conducive to scholarly activity. All persons using Woodbury Library are subject to this code of conduct.
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Certain behaviors, detailed below, interfere with the rights of others and are in conflict with these goals.
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This list is not comprehensive and the Library reserves the right to address perceived negative conduct as necessary.
Library employees have the authority to bring inappropriate behavior, as defined by these and other rules, to the attention of the individual demonstrating such behavior. Library users found in violation of this code of conduct may be asked to present identification to Library employees; may be subject to a search of backpacks or bags; may be directed to leave the premises and not return to the Library facilities for a specified time period; and may be reported to University Security personnel or the Burbank Police.
Misuse of the Library, whether by theft, mutilation or vandalism of library materials or property, or by interference with study and research activities of library users, shows disrespect for the institution and disregard for the rights of members of the University community. The Library will pursue disciplinary action, prosecution, or other legal action for the offenses listed above.
Federal and California State laws, local regulations and Woodbury University policies, including the WU Student Handbook and the Harassment/Sexual Harassment policies apply within the Woodbury University Library.
Please see here for policies regarding the borrowing and return of library materials.
The Woodbury University Library is committed to providing equal access to library materials, services, and resources for all patrons. All staff working in public service areas of the library will make every effort to accommodate reasonable requests from users with disabilities. If your disability is not visible, please identify yourself as having a disability when you seek assistance.
Library Services
All requests for materials or services will be handled at the time of the request unless it is not possible due to insufficient staffing. In these cases, there may be a delay but requests will be processed in a timely manner.
Requesting Access to Online Materials
The library's website is regularly tested for accessibility according to the WCAG 2 standards. However, our work to ensure continuing adherence is an ongoing task. If you encounter materials that are inaccessible on the library website, in our library databases, or in other library digital services, please notify a librarian. We will take prompt action to ensure that access to library digital resources are accessible in either the original or an alternative format.
Requesting Retrieval of Books or Other Library Materials
Patrons requiring the retrieval of books or other library materials may submit their request at the Circulation Desk. Patrons are also encouraged to call the Circulation Desk at 818-252-5200 and speak with staff about specific requests.
Requesting Photocopies
If you are unable to use a photocopier, staff will make copies for you. Requests for photocopying assistance should be made at the Circulation Desk. All copying must be in compliance with U.S. copyright law.
Requesting Reference Service
Reference service is available to all library patrons. Reference staff will typically spend a limited amount of time with individual patrons if demand for service is high. For more in-depth assistance, patrons are encouraged to contact a librarian for one-on-one consultation. A list of librarians and their subject specialties is available on the library web site here.
If your needs are not met by the policies and procedures described here, please notify the Library. Staff will examine and, if necessary, amend policies and procedures to appropriately accommodate your needs.
ADA
The Americans with Disabilities Act is a landmark legislation that extends civil rights protection to people with disabilities. Information about the Americans with Disabilities Act can be found online.
Protecting the rights of library users to view and read materials without fear of intrusion, intimidation or reprisal is a core value for all librarians. Recognizing the role of the library as a center for free and uninhibited access to information of a democratic society, safeguarding the privacy of individuals in their use of the library, the Woodbury University Library maintains the confidentiality of library records. Student records, including library borrowing records, are additionally protected by federal and California state privacy laws. No such confidential information shall be made available to any individual or office of the university, agency of state, federal or local government, or to any individual not specifically authorized by the University Librarian for legitimate business purposes, except where the person whose confidential information is to be released consents or pursuant to such process, order, warrant or subpoena as may be authorized under the authority of and pursuant to, federal, state, or local law relating to civil, criminal, or administrative discovery procedures or legislative investigating power.
Confidentiality of Reference Services
Service is made available to all library patrons on an equal basis, regardless of age, gender, race, creed or status. Each request is taken seriously and treated with respect. All reference questions are confidential. The nature of the question asked and the identity of the patron will not be discussed with other patrons. When referring reference questions between staff members, discussion about the nature of the question asked and the identity of the patron will be kept to the minimum required by the referral. The nature of reference questions asked and the identity of the patron shall not be divulged to any agency outside of those to which a patron may agree to be referred without a properly executed order from a court of law.
Email & chat reference questions submitted to the Library will be retained for no more than three months. Questions are retained only for the purpose of statistics and to assist with follow up queries from clients. The questions themselves and any personal information such as names, email addresses, telephone and fax numbers submitted with the questions are confidential and are treated as other library user information under provisions of the Confidentiality of Library Records policy.
Digital Data Collection and GDPR
The Woodbury University Library collects several types of personal data in order to fulfill its services to students, faculty and staff. IP address and browser type information is collected by our website using Google Analytics in order to measure usage; this data is used to better understand and improve the user experience on our website and does not expire to allow for longitudinal analysis. IP address and Woodbury usernames are also collected by our database login system (EZproxy) and customarily stored for 21 days to monitor and troubleshoot database access issues.
The Library additionally processes, uses and stores personal data collected by the University; this data includes persons’ names, phone numbers, school email addresses, and Woodbury usernames. Library-assigned ID card barcode numbers are also stored with this personal data. This data is stored by a contracted organization, OCLC, utilizing appropriate anonymization and pseudo-anonymization techniques to help protect data privacy. This data is only accessible by library employees. Name, barcode and username data is used for account management services such as checking materials in and out and managing overdue fees. Phone number and email address are used to contact users with important notifications such as for books ready for pickup and overdue notices. This information is not shared with third parties other than OCLC and, to ensure continued alumni access to services, does not expire from our system.
If you have any questions about the library’s collection or usage of data, please contact reference@woodbury.edu for assistance.
Library exhibits and displays are intended to reflect and highlight research, programs, curricula, or the campus life of Woodbury University. Of special interest are exhibits which promote library collections, services and programs. Although beliefs and viewpoints expressed in the displays belong to the exhibitors and do not necessarily represent the opinions of the Library, exhibits will be consistent with the Library’s mission, Woodbury University’s educational philosophy and ideals, and be fair and equitable concerning issues of potential controversy.
Exhibits and displays may focus on:
Exhibit goals are to:
Proposals are welcomed from faculty, staff or students. All proposals are reviewed for appropriateness. The Library reserves the right to refuse inappropriate proposals.
Exhibits are scheduled for periods of approximately 4 to 10 weeks, depending upon the exhibit calendar and, or, upon the availability of the materials to be displayed.
Proposals should be received at least 3 weeks in advance of the date planned for the exhibit. The Library considers proposals as they are received, and notifies applicants promptly of its decision. Other exhibit proposals will be considered on a space-available basis.
To submit a proposal for an exhibit or display, please contact Ayanna Gaines.
The Exhibitor will:
For exhibits that include original student or faculty work, designs or creations, the exhibitor and the Library will seek permission from the owner of the work to have it displayed.
Please see here for information on donating items to the library.
The Library of Woodbury University is funded and operated for the primary purpose of supporting the research needs of Woodbury’s students, faculty, and staff. The Library continually strives to offer effective and welcoming spaces such as the computer classroom room LA106 for study and research.
Room LA106 is primarily an open lab and study hall for students seeking a quiet place to work. The Library has a limited amount of designated quiet study space. Due to the absence of separate group study rooms, group work and discussion are permitted in the library main space. LA106 is the only designated quiet study area in the library. Therefore, it is imperative that it be available to library patrons as often as possible.
Room LA106 also serves as a classroom for information literacy instruction. The majority of the LSCI credit courses are taught in LA106. Students engage heavily with online information resources throughout the course. Each fall and spring semester, approximately 8 to 11 sections are scheduled in this room.
Room LA106 is where many course-specific information literacy sessions are scheduled as well. Librarians offer hands-on workshops and customized guest lectures to aid faculty, staff and students in identifying and locating resources for course assignments, teaching, and research. These can be tailored to meet the specific needs of a class. Faculty may request information instruction sessions by contacting Karla Bluestone, Library Instruction Coordinator, or by filling out this Library Instruction Request Form.
In addition, various Library workshops and classes are held in LA106 to instruct students, faculty and staff on new library resources or developments.
Room LA106 is not available as a regular campus classroom, with the exception of the LSCI courses.
Faculty needing one-time computer classroom facilities are encouraged to seek other campus labs or classrooms.
The attached collection development policy guides decision making on what resources are collected, and the process in which they are both acquired and deselected.
Please see our policy on collecting textbooks here.
