Van Wylen Library

The rules for using the library under COVID have been updated:

1. Masks (covering both nose and mouth) are required in all public areas and classrooms unless you have been fully vaccinated.*
2. One person per study room unless occupants are fully vaccinated.*
3. Eat only in the Cup & Chaucer or a Private Study Room unless you have been fully vaccinated.*
4. Use of hand sanitizer and disinfecting surfaces is strongly encouraged.
5. The library building is open to students, faculty and staff. A valid Hope ID is required for entry.
6. Community Researchers who are not currently affiliated with the college can request special permission to visit by appointment.

The library will continue to offer remote services. Please ask a librarian if you have questions, need research help or wish to schedule a remote consultation.

* "Fully vaccinated" means at least two weeks have passed after receiving the final dose of an FDA-approved or authorized COVID-19 vaccine.