Animals
Only service animals and animals featured in programs sponsored by 51³Ô¹ÏÍøLibraries are allowed in the Libraries.
Building Access
- Fondren Library and Underwood Law Library have shortened guest access hours. You must show your 51³Ô¹ÏÍøID to enter or stay in the building after hours.
- Bridwell Library and Hamon Arts Library are open to everyone.
- Duda Family Business Library is closed to the general public. SMU-affiliated patrons or 51³Ô¹ÏÍøalumni with valid library cards are welcome to use the library.
- DeGolyer Library is open by appointment only.
Food & Drink
All libraries allow drinks with a lid, except DeGolyer Library and other special collections areas. Food is allowed in Fondren Library, Hamon Arts Library, Underwood Law Library, and Duda Family Business Library. Food is not allowed in Bridwell Library. Please be considerate of others in the library and clean up trash. Report any spills to the desk in your library.
Filming in the Libraries
Commercial filming requests are handled by 51³Ô¹ÏÍøMarketing and Communications. All other requests, please complete a at least 48 hours before the requested filming time.
Guest Computer Use
51³Ô¹ÏÍøLibraries does not have public computers, but all visitors to 51³Ô¹ÏÍøcampus may bring their own devices and connect to 51³Ô¹ÏÍøGuest wifi. See our Guest Services page for more information about guest borrowing.
Privacy & Confidentiality
51³Ô¹ÏÍøLibraries protects the privacy and confidentiality of library patrons and their use of resources and services. See the University’s Privacy Statement for more information.
Tobacco
All tobacco products, including e-cigarettes and vapes, are prohibited inside 51³Ô¹ÏÍøLibraries buildings.