Policies: Food and Drink Policy
INTRODUCTION
The Cullom-Davis Library aims to provide not only resources but also a place for students and faculty of Bradley University to do research and study. We acknowledge that lengthy periods of study or research are exhausting and that refreshments can help to ease the exhaustion. However, the library is also a place that houses materials, both paper and electronic, and equipment for research. These materials and equipment are susceptible to damage from food and drink. This statement outlines the policy on food and drink in the library. It establishes guidelines for both staff and patrons to ensure that the collection and equipment are protected from damage.
POLICY
There is absolutely no food and/or drink in any area near computers, in Special Collections, or in the Music Resource Center. All food and drink in those areas will be taken away. Drinks are allowed elsewhere in the library as long as they are in a can or a container with a lid. Snack items (e.g. chips, cookies, candies, etc.) are also allowed elsewhere in the library. Other food items can be consumed in the Break Room on the first floor by the vending machines. There is one basic rule for food in the library: If it doesn't smell (e.g. fast food, pizza, etc.), it is legal.
GUIDELINES
In order to protect the materials and equipment that are housed in the Cullom-Davis Library from damage related to food and drink, the following guidelines are to be followed:
- No food and/or drink near computers.
- No food and/or drink in Special Collections and Music Resource Center.
- Where drinks are allowed, they must be in a can or in containers with a lid.
- Where food is allowed, it must not be aromatic.
- No fast food, pizza, or other meals can be consumed in the library, except in the Break Room.
- If you spill a beverage or have some other kind of food related accident, please clean it up or tell a staff member that there has been an accident.
- Food deliveries to the library are for scheduled meetings only and must have the written approval of the Library Director.
Librarian discussion: 25 August 1998; 4 May 1999 (revision)
Library Director Approval: 
Rev. 4 May 1999