Knight-Capron Library: Study Carrels

Knight-Capron Library offers 16 study carrels that can be reserved for an entire semester by University of Lynchburg students, faculty, and staff. These carrels are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Each carrel features a locking overhead storage cabinet and a locking three-drawer file cabinet.

Reserving a Study Carrel

• Bring your University ID circulation desk located on the first floor of the Knight-Capron Library.
• Read and sign the Knight-Capron Library Study Carrel Agreement.
• You will check out a key that will provide you access to your carrel's locking cabinets.
• Your carrel is reserved for your exclusive use until the end of the current academic term (Fall, Spring, or Summer).

Carrel Policies

• The Knight-Capron Library does not assume responsibility for any items kept in carrel and will not be liable for lost or damaged belongings.
• All library materials kept in study carrels must be properly checked out to carrel holders.
• No perishable foods, illegal substances, or weapons may be kept in carrels.
• Carrels are to be kept clean and orderly.
• Noise in carrels, including phone conversations and video or audio conferencing should be kept to a minimum. Earphones should be used when listening to audio in carrels.

Library staff reserve the right to inspect carrels at any time to ensure compliance with this agreement. Violation of any of these rules may result in termination of carrel privileges.

Carrel holders are responsible for keys to their carrel lockers. Carrel holders who lose keys will be charged a minimum $50 fee to cover replacement keys and/or changing of locks.

The Knight-Capron Library reserves the right to make changes to this agreement at any point during a carrel holder’s term. Library staff will inform carrel holders of policy changes before changes take effect.