Animals
Only service animals and animals featured in programs sponsored by ÍæÅ¼½ã½ãLibraries are allowed in the Libraries.
Building Access
- Fondren Library and Underwood Law Library have shortened guest access hours. You must show your ÍæÅ¼½ã½ãID 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 ÍæÅ¼½ã½ãalumni 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 ÍæÅ¼½ã½ãMarketing and Communications. All other requests, please complete a at least 48 hours before the requested filming time.
Guest Computer Use
ÍæÅ¼½ã½ãLibraries does not have public computers, but all visitors to ÍæÅ¼½ã½ãcampus may bring their own devices and connect to ÍæÅ¼½ã½ãGuest wifi. See our Guest Services page for more information about guest borrowing.
Privacy & Confidentiality
ÍæÅ¼½ã½ãLibraries 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 ÍæÅ¼½ã½ãLibraries buildings.