The UTC Library has made a number of changes to safeguard the well-being of all students, faculty and staff , as well as the Library workers.
As with fall classes, many instruction-related, research, writing and studio services have moved online, while others are operating both on the ground and online.The Library website is up-to-date with current changes and can be found at utc.edu/library.
Below are some of the important changes to the Library building for the Fall 2020 semester ahead.
- The UTC Library is open, via swipe card access, to current UTC students, faculty, staff and affiliates.
- You must have an active Mocs card to swipe into the building
- Masks and social distancing are required while inside the Library.
- There are no overnight study hours for the fall semester.
- No food is allowed inside the Library past the security gates.
- Food is allowed in the area adjacent to Starbucks, which is outside the security gates.
- Covered beverages are allowed inside the Library.
- The Library has implemented strict new cleaning protocols for the building and has cleaning and quarantine protocols in place for returned materials and technology.
- Most study and meeting rooms are available, effective Monday, Aug. 24, with reduced occupancy and for three-hour use.
- Desktop computers are available on the second floor, with reduced seating occupancy.
- Stop by the first floor Service Desk to check out a keyboard and mouse for three-hours use.
- Laptops, Chromebooks, calculators and non-returnable earbuds are available at the first–floor Service Desk.
- The ground floor is closed, and the second floor Help and Information desk has limited staffing.
- The Library’s print book collection is available to request via the online catalog. Place a hold on any desired items and library staff will gather the items for you to be picked up. Within the Library’s online catalog, you are able to virtually browse our bookshelves to discover materials. If needed, current faculty and students may make an appointment to physically browse the book collection. Digital materials are available via the online catalog for immediate access.
- 10 new Charging Stations are located around the building for device-charging needs
Fall 2020 Library hours are:
- Sunday — Noon-10 p.m.
- Mon.- Thurs. — 7:45 a.m.-10 p.m.
- Friday — 7:45 a.m.-5 p.m.
- Saturday — Noon-5 p.m.
If you have any questions or concerns about Library changes or ongoing services, follow-up with me at theresa-liedtka@utc.edu, call at 423-425-4508 or reach out to a library colleague.
