The Musselman Library provides computing resources for library users in support of the academic programs at Bluffton University. The library setting offers an environment that encourages exploration and learning through access to information and research materials online in close proximity to the print library collections needed for research. There are 18 computer workstations located throughout the library: 10, research area on the main floor; 3, second floor; 3, fourth floor; and 2, lower level (Mennonite Historical Collections area). All workstations are connected to the campus network and to the Internet and are networked to two printers on the main floor: a large-capacity laser printer and a color inkjet printer.
Bluffton University users with a valid Bluffton network account may log on to the library PCs and connect to campus network file storage. Community patrons and guests may use a guest account to log on at the workstations (login and password are posted at each PC) but do not have access to the file storage. Any user connected to the network in the library has full access to library databases and online services. Because of the library's contractual agreements with database providers, off-campus use of online resources is limited to registered students, faculty, and staff of Bluffton University.
Bluffton University students, faculty, and staff are considered primary users of library computer workstations and will be given priority in the use of these workstations. Community patrons, alumni, local high school students, and guests of the library may use the computer workstations for educational and research purposes when these workstations are not needed by primary users. Grade school and middle school students may use library computer workstations only when accompanied by a parent/guardian or when granted permission for limited time educational use (please ask at the Reference Desk).
Musselman Library supports the responsible use policies of the Bluffton Technology Department, expecting members of the campus community and guests to use technology resources with respect for other persons, as described fully in the Bluffton University Student Handbook. "Authorized users agree to use the campus network in accordance with the Bluffton standards for campus conduct and to abide by all relevant academic standards and laws with respect to copyright and the responsible use of network and internet resources."Excerpt from the Student Handbook
Activities that are considered appropriate for library computer use:
Activities that are considered inappropriate for library computer use:
Questions about this policy may be directed to Mary Jean Johnson, Library Director, or Paul Weaver, Reference Librarian.
Updated August 2004.
