Policies
ALUMNI ACCESS
Cox alumni may obtain access to most library resources when visiting the BIC in person. Off-campus access to electronic resources is NOT available to alumni. A picture ID is required to verify alumni status and to request a Cox Alumni library card, which is valid in the BIC and at Fondren Library.
Alumni from other SMU schools and colleges should consult the SMU Central University Libraries circulation information page to determine lending policies by library.
FOOD, DRINK & TOBACCO
Food and tobacco use are prohibited in the Business Information Center. Only drinks with lids are permitted in the library. We appreciate continued cooperation in keeping the BIC clean by disposing of trash properly, reporting any spills immediately, using only appropriate containers and keeping beverage lids sealed when not drinking.
SOFTWARE AVAILABLE ON LAB COMPUTERS
Many software packages are available to you. Be aware that software loads are often changed to meet the needs of classes offered for the current semester. Please refer to our facilities page for additional information.
MULTIMEDIA STUDIO
The Studio may be reserved in advance, in person, at the BIC front desk. Time is allocated in up to 2 hour blocks. Only one block may be reserved advance. If the schedule permits, a user may renew their time for additional blocks. The digital video camera and iPod kits may be reserved and checked out separately from the Studio.
GROUP PRESENTATION ROOM
The Room may be reserved in advance, in person, at the BIC front desk. Time is allocated in up to 2 hour blocks. Only one block may be reserved in advance. If the schedule permits, a group may renew their time for additional blocks. A group is defined as at least two people. The room is not released until at least two people are present in person.
COURSE RESERVE
Business faculty may place books, reports, and other printed materials on reserve in the BIC. Reserve materials may be located by consulting the Library Catalog . Electronic materials may be placed on reserve through Fondren Library and are displayed on the Library Catalog system.
COPYING AND PRINTING
Purchasing copies or prints requires electronic payment. Copy cards may be purchased within the Center or value may be added to the magnetic stripe on student ID cards through Pony Express. To activate and add funds to your Pony account go to the Park N Pony link: https://smu.edu/parknpony/managemyid/
| Printer Charges |
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| Charge per page -- Black & White | $0.10 |
| Charge per page -- Color | $0.70 |
| Photocopies |
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Copy Card each (purchase from CSVT machine in copy room)
[no value on card] | $1.00 |
PONY/Copy Card cost per copy (add value on CSVT machine
or via PONY web) | $0.10 |
| Copy cards may only be used to pay for copying and printing. The PONY stripe on ID cards may be used for a variety purposes - printing, copying, food service and other purchases. |
COPYRIGHT
Patrons must comply with copyright, patent, and licensing limitations.
- Software installed in lab computers may not be copied.
- Materials from the web may not be copied beyond the limits of fair use.
- Materials in BIC print collections may not be copied beyond the limits of fair use. Fair use applies in an educational setting. Students and faculty may use copyrighted materials under stringent limitations, primarily for classroom and class-related purposes. Please use the links listed below or ask a BIC Librarian for more detailed information.
Students, please consult with a staff member or your instructor before undertaking extensive photocopying.
USEFUL LINKS
Last Updated: August 2011
The BIC is a restricted access facility, available only to current students, faculty, staff, and alumni of SMU. To obtain access to BIC resources, patrons must present a valid SMU ID, for verification of status when entering the facility.
