CSUF: Henry Madden Library

Food and Drink in the Library

Food and drink pose a potential risk to library collections, equipment, and furnishings. To minimize damage to collections and maintain a clean environment conducive to quiet study, the Library has established the following food policy, effective 16 August 2010. We ask that you: act responsibly when consuming food and drink in the Library; be considerate of other students studying near you; and dispose of your trash.

"Food Friendly" Area - 2nd floor, North Wing

The 2nd floor of the North Wing is designated as "Food Friendly." Patrons may bring their own food and drinks to this area.

Other Public Areas of the Library

Permitted

  • Snacks which come in sealed wrappers (e.g., granola bars, dried fruit, chips, cookies, candy), unless posted otherwise.
  • Beverages in securely covered containers, unless posted otherwise.

NOT Permitted

  • Prepared meals or foods from stores, restaurants (e.g., Panda Express, Taco Bell, Subway, Chick-fil-A, Starbucks)
  • Pizzas
  • Hamburgers
  • Cakes

The above are not permitted anywhere in the building except 2nd floor, north.

These areas allow NO food or drink of any kind

  • Table Mountain Rancheria Reading Room
  • Leon S. Peters Ellipse Gallery
  • Pete P. Peters Ellipse Balcony
  • Studio 2
  • Arne Nixon Center
  • Special Collections Research Center

Special Events

Occasionally the Library sponsors special events which include food service. The location and food guidelines specific to each sponsored event are carefully selected and approved by library administration.