The Schurz Library makes display cases and display areas available for exhibit of materials which support the university's mission, programs and services. Priority is given to exhibits which promote the library's collection, services and programs.

Materials accepted for display in the library display cases or display area should satisfy the following criteria:
-contribute positively to the library’s environment
-highlight, when possible, the collections of the library
-publicize resources and services of the university
-enrich the life of the university and the community it serves
-provide a means of strengthening ties between the library, university and the community.

-relate to the mission of the library and/or the university
-be sponsored by the library or by a university faculty member, staff member or administrator
-promote the materials, services and functions of the library (or the functions and services of the university).

Exhibits are not to be used to promote commercial concerns. Controversial topics may and should be presented provided they are handled in a scholarly manner.

Procedures:
Permission for use of the display case or area must be obtained from the Office of the Dean of Library Services at least two months in advance of the proposed date of the exhibit. Requests must be submitted in writing and contain the following information: sponsoring person or group, a brief description of the proposed display, requested dates, number of display cases and/or area requested. The library reserves the right to deny requests for displays that do not meet the above criteria.

Responsibility for the installation and removal of displays rests with the individual or group.

NOTE: Materials on display have the same security as the library collection, however, there are no special security features for display areas outside of the first floor locked display cases.