PWANI UNIVERSITY LIBRARY
General Rules & Guidelines
2026 Edition
Supporting Learning, Teaching & ResearchWelcome
Welcome to Pwani University Library. These rules are intended to ensure a conducive environment for learning, teaching and research. Every library user is expected to observe these regulations.
Borrowing Rules
- Produce a valid Student or Staff ID before borrowing.
- Reference books are not issued on loan.
- Inspect books before leaving the circulation desk.
- Report damaged books immediately.
- Books in special demand may be loaned for shorter periods.
- Borrowed books may be recalled without notice.
Borrowing Rules (Continued)
- Late return due to absence from the University is not accepted except under special circumstances.
- Return books on or before the due date.
- Respect all circulation procedures.
Library Conduct
- Maintain absolute silence.
- Keep phones on silent mode.
- No smoking.
- No sleeping.
- No food or drinks.
Library Conduct
- Read books away from shelves.
- Do not re shelve books.
- Do not sit on library books.
- Respect library furniture.
Personal Belongings
- Personal books require approval.
- Laptops require approval.
- Follow security instructions.
- Protect your valuables.
Virtual Library
The Virtual Library provides access to electronic information resources for teaching, learning and research.
Access Rules
- Present your ID.
- Use registered accounts.
- First come first served.
- Handbags are not allowed.
- Reserved workstations remain for visually impaired users.
Usage Time
| User | Hours |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 2 Hours |
| Postgraduate | 3 Hours |
| Staff | 3 Hours |
| Reserved | 3 Hours |
Computer Use
- No gaming.
- No streaming.
- No chatting.
- No software installation.
- No downloading unauthorized files.
Acceptable Use
- Academic work only.
- Observe copyright laws.
- Respect software licences.
- No hacking.
- No deleting files.
- No changing system settings.
General Information
- The Library is not responsible for unattended property.
- Lost items are collected at the Information Desk.
- Cooperate with Library staff.
- Security may remove uncooperative users.
Thank You
Pwani University Library
Supporting Learning, Teaching & Research
https://library.pu.ac.ke
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