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Amelia V. Gallucci-Cirio Library Policies

All of the library's policies are posted here. Find information about our policies relating to collection development, public access, filming, services and more.

Public Users /Visitors Policy

The Library at Fitchburg State University is open to the public and welcomes public patrons. Public patrons 18 and older may also apply for a Special ID library card which will enable them to borrow non-restricted circulating materials from the Library.

Computer Use

Public patrons are able to use the 1st floor open area computers to access library databases and online journals by having library staff log them onto the computers with a guest account. Fitchburg State students, faculty and staff have priority for the library’s computers and equipment. Public patrons may be asked to give up their computers if students, faculty or staff are waiting. Children under 14 may use a computer with their parent/guardian nearby.

Printing & Copying

Public patrons may use the copier/printer by purchasing a Fitchburg State Guest OneCard and placing money on it to make copies. Guest One Cards can be purchased from any Card Management Center (CMC - locations) on campus and at the OneCard Office (Anthony Building, room 118).

Wireless Access

Wi-Fi guest access is available on the 1st and 2nd floors of the Library.

Study Room Use

Public patrons cannot reserve study rooms. However, during the summer, winter break and spring break they can occupy a study room until a Fitchburg State University user with a confirmed reservation arrives.

Revised May 2022

Borrowing Policy for Public Patrons

Public patrons may apply apply for a Special ID library card which will enable them to borrow circulating materials from the Gallucci-Cirio Library - patrons must be 18 years old and present a picture ID showing their address. The Special ID Library Card fee is $15/6 months and $30/1 year. No application fee is required if you meet one of the following criteria:

  • Alumni students who present a Fitchburg State Alumni Card
  • Fitchburg residents with proof of Fitchburg address
  • Students and Faculty from MA. State Colleges & Universities - you must present a valid MA State College/University I.D. and proof of current semester enrollment at time of application.
  • Faculty or students from a participating Academic Research Collaborative (ARC) library - you must present a valid ARC card issued by your home library.

Borrowing Periods:

  • Books circulate for 4 weeks
  • Audio CDs circulate for 4 weeks
  • DVD and VHS video items circulate for 2 weeks.
  • Journals, magazines, newspapers, and reference materials are in-library-use only 

A Maximum of 20 items may be checked out on a Special ID account at any time.

Damaged and Lost Fees:

  • Media Collections (CDs & DVDs) – Replacement Cost (Default is $20 per item if no longer available)
  • Children's /Young Adult Literature – Replacement Cost (Default is $20 per item if not in print)
  • General Book Collections – Replacement Cost (Default is $40 per item if not in print)

Other Fees:

  • Bad Check Fee – $30

Payment Methods:

The library accepts public patron payments for fees at the Circulation Desk at any time during our hours of operation. You can pay via cash, or check. Patrons can also mail a check to Fitchburg State at the following address:

Library – Circulation Department
Fitchburg State University
160 Pearl Street Fitchburg, MA 01420

Revised May 2022