Background
The Legacy Library's online booking system is publicly available for viewing using the EventPro system (select "Legacy Library" in Location Group). Except as noted below, requests for scheduling Legacy Library room usage should be made through this system. Contact Peter Thayer if you have questions.
Reserving the classroom (219) for regular semester class usage is handled by the Records Office, x4730. Normally this is done with the department chair's upcoming semester course schedule submission.
Reserving the computer classroom (218) for library instruction is handled by Joe Straw, x4541, email or Peter Thayer, x4361 email.
Non-College groups wishing to use Legacy Library spaces must make arrangements through Marietta College Conference Services. Such usage requires library director approval.
General Policies
Legacy Library spaces may not be reserved outside of published library hours (Check Library Calendar). Exceptions must be approved by the Director of the Library. It is recommended that the start time for an event be at least 15-30 minutes after opening and that the end time for an event be at least 15-30 minutes before closing.
Generally, library spaces have the technology and furnishings that are standard in the room. If special equipment is needed, please contact the library director or the instructional technologist to find out whether the need can be accommodated.
Room-Specific Policies
Group Studies (212-215, 222-224, 019-020)
- These rooms operate on a first come—first served basis for student study. A key must be obtained from the circulation desk in order to use the room. Rooms are checked out for 3 hours.
- Groups have priority over individuals in the use of these study rooms.
- These rooms may not be reserved with the exception of 224. It can be reserved for small classes.
- Rooms 019 & 020 are off-line. If you need access, please see the Circulation Supervisor at the Library Circulation Desk on the main floor. These are reserved for special circumstances. All other policies related to Group Studies apply to these rooms.
Room 219 (Classroom)
- Prior to the beginning of a semester, the Records Office has priority for this classroom. Any preexisting reservation may be asked to move if this room is needed for a course.
- After the semester begins, this room may be reserved through the EventPro room booking system.
- This classroom cannot be reserved by students or student groups.
- During the academic year this room is unlocked and available for general study use when not reserved. During the summer and breaks, this room may be locked. A key is kept at the Circulation Desk for opening the room when necessary.
- Please keep the door closed during instruction to keep noise from bothering library users.
Room 218 (Computer Instruction Room)
- Library Instruction has priority use of this room.
- This room may be reserved by college faculty and staff for occasional instructional needs requiring hands-on computer instruction or testing.
- During the academic year, this room is unlocked and available for general computing use when not reserved. During the summer and breaks, this room may be locked and the computers powered down.
- Please keep the door closed during instruction to keep noise from bothering library users.
Forum
- No restrictions on food service in this area.
- The exterior door to the café is locked on a timer during late nights and other times when the library is generally closed. Individuals with campus ID cards may enter the café on a 24x7 basis using the card-swipe device at the West entrance.
Third Floor and other library spaces
- Requires approval by the Director of the Library
Any use of library space that includes food
- Requires approval by the Director of the Library
Rev. 12 November 2025
