The University of Southern Mississippi Libraries are committed to meeting the needs of library users by providing an environment conducive to study and research. Expressed concerns of faculty, staff, and students about the increased volume of noise related to cell phone use in library facilities have prompted the following guidelines:

• Turn off the ringer on your phone when entering a University Libraries facility.
• Conduct phone conversations in the lobby area or outside the building.

Inappropriate cell phone use should be reported to a library staff member at the nearest service desk. Individuals who do not comply with University Libraries policies may be asked to leave the library building. In some cases, University Police may be called to take charge of a situation involving non-compliance with library or university policies.