ScholarSpace Terms of Use

Purpose

The purpose of this policy is to outline the approved usage of the ScholarSpace to ensure that the space is utilized as intended to support and elevate scholarly communication. 

Scope 

This policy applies to UNI faculty, staff, students and anyone who is using the space.

Definitions

  • None

Rod Library

Policy

Policy Statement

The ScholarSpace, located in room 301 on the 3rd floor of the library, is used for hosting visiting lecturers, public events and scholarly communication on campus. All events must be sponsored by UNI faculty, staff or students. The ScholarSpace is not intended for social events and/or retirement parties.  Library faculty, staff, and partners will have priority access to this room and are not subject to these restrictions.

Hours of Use 

The room may be reserved for use only during regular library hours.

Capacity

This room is intended for groups of 20-106 people. The ScholarSpace holds a maximum of 106 people without tables. Those needing a space for fewer than 20 people or to use the space outside of ScholarSpace should email libfacility@uni.edu for assistance.

Use of Room

  • May be used by visiting lecturers, public events and scholarly communication on campus.
  • All events must be reserved and/or sponsored by UNI faculty, staff or students.
  • The room is not intended for social events and/or retirement parties.
  • Library faculty and staff and partners will have priority use of this room and are not subject to these restrictions.
  • Regularly occurring meetings and other uses of the space are at the discretion of the Library Dean’s Office.

Users are expected to follow University policies for the Preparation of Food and Beverages and Alcohol Policy while in the room.

Procedure for Applying Policy

  • Reservations should be made through our online reservation system. Reserving party will receive notification once the reservation is approved or denied.

Related Policies and Procedures

Library Related Policies and Procedures

  • None

University Related Policies and Procedures

External Related Policies and Procedures

  • None

Approval and Revision History

  • Date Issued: 01/12/2016
  • Date Last Updated/Reviewed: 04/23/2026
     
  • Approved By: Dean’s Advisory Group
  • Responsible Party: Dean’s Office