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Library Policies

Guidelines and regulations for library use at the University of Rwanda

15+ Policies
9 Campuses
2024 Latest Update
35K+ Users

The University of Rwanda Library Services (URLS) policies ensure fair and consistent access to library resources for all users across all nine campuses. Browse our comprehensive policy documents below.

Foundation Policy

Library Services Policy

The comprehensive framework for all library services, operations, and user privileges across UR campuses.

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Policy Categories

Borrowing & Access

Circulation Policy

Loan periods, renewals, fines, appeals, and borrowing privileges for all user categories.

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Access to Electronic Resources

Guidelines for accessing e-journals, databases, and licensed online content.

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Library Clientele

Definition of user categories and their respective access privileges.

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Conduct & Ethics

Code of Conduct

Expected behavior, prohibited actions, noise policy, food and drink rules.

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Computer Use Policy

Acceptable use of library computers, internet access, and printing services.

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Academic Integrity

Plagiarism prevention policy and guidelines for ethical scholarship.

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Repository & Digital

Digital Repository Policy

Guidelines for depositing and accessing materials in the institutional repository.

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Additional Resources

Library Hours

Operating hours for all campus libraries, including holiday schedules.

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Recent Policy Updates

  • March 2024 Circulation Policy: Updated fine rates for overdue materials.
  • January 2024 Computer Use: New printing quotas implemented.
  • November 2023 Repository Policy: Expanded eligibility for depositors.
  • September 2023 Code of Conduct: Updated guidelines for study room use.

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