Mission and Policies

Library Privileges and Rules of Conduct

Library Privileges

Henderson State University and Ouachita Baptist University students, faculty and staff have reciprocal borrowing privileges. Patrons must present a valid ID card from their home university for their first Circulation transaction. HSU students, faculty, and staff may present two forms of alternate ID: Digital image of HSU ID or state issued drivers’ license are acceptable after the first visit to Huie library. HSU and OBU dependents and Community Patrons must present a valid Dependent card from their home university for each transaction. Minor Card Policy applies to HSU and OBU dependents under the age of 18.

HSU faculty and staff retirees may request a Henderson ID at the Garrison Cener Information Desk; this card may be used as a library card. Retired faculty and staff may access library databases while in the building. Established computer and printing policies will be followed. Those wishing to use their own devices may bring them into the library. Off-campus database access for retired faculty and staff cannot be offered. HSU alumni will receive a free community card and Libby ebook and e-audiobook access upon request.

Community patrons may purchase a Huie Library Community Library Card for a $5.00 fee. An application, printed proof of mailing address within Clark or adjoining counties, and an Arkansas drivers license/ID are required. Patrons under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian when applying for a library card. Children under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times in the library. For more information regarding Community Patrons and Minor Cards at Huie Library, please see our Community Patron Policies and Community Computer Use Policy sections.

Library Rules of Conduct

While in the library, the following are prohibited:

    • Attempting to take any item from the library without properly checking the item out.
    • Smoking or use of tobacco products.
    • Verbal or physical abuse of other patrons or staff.
    • Sexual misconduct, such as exposure, offensive touching, or sexual harassment of other patrons or staff.
    • Bringing in animals other than those deemed service animals by the Henderson State University's Disability Resource Center.
    • Disruptive or unsafe behavior, such as loud talking, screaming, slamming doors, running, fighting, throwing things.
    • Engaging in any activity prohibited by law or any conduct that unreasonably interferes with others' use of the library.
    • Failing to comply with reasonable staff requests.

Possible consequences for violations:

    • Warning from staff.
    • Staff will ask patrons to leave the library.
    • Henderson State University Police will be called in to investigate the matter.

Cell Phones

Please be considerate of other patrons in the library. Either turn cell phones off or set ringers to silent. Conduct brief conversations in a low voice. Take extended phone calls outside.

Updated: 04/05/2023
Last Reviewed: 04/05/2023