Guest Policy

Guests–including alums, retired staff, Wheaties’ friends and families, and our Norton neighbors-are welcome to use the library. Our primary mission is to serve the College’s students, staff, and faculty. At times, we may ask you to yield to our primary users.

See our:

• Library floor plans
• Accessibility information

Building Access

You may use the library during Guest Hours. Entrance to the building at other times will be restricted to Wheaton ID card access. Registered overnight guests may be swiped into the building during these times and must be accompanied by their host.

Collections Access

Print Collection

While in the building, you are welcome to access our print collection. If you would like to check out a book, please bring a current photo ID to the Information Desk in the Atrium. You may check out up to 5 items for 28 days. If you would like to renew, please call 508-286-8224.

HELIN Consortium members, including faculty, students and staff from Community College of Rhode Island, Johnson and Wales University, Providence College, Rhode Island College, Roger Williams University, and Salve Regina University may also borrow materials from certain collections. HELIN members must present a valid college or university ID at the Circulation Desk.

Electronic Resources

You may access our electronic collections while in the library. See below for information on using library computers and networks.

Computer/Network Access

You may bring your own internet enabled devices and connect to the College’s guest WiFi network.

You may use the Windows thin client workstations in the Atrium. Ask for a temporary login ID at the Information Desk.

You may use the Mac desktops in the Woolley Electronic Classroom (no login necessary).

Printing and Scanning

You can print from the visitor Windows computer in the Atrium using a temporary login ID. You may scan print materials using the Zeta scanner in the Atrium. You may scan microfilm or microfiche using the microform scanner on the Periodicals Level.

NOTICE: The copyright law of the United States (Title 17 U.S. Code) governs the making of photocopies or reproductions of copyrighted material. The person using this equipment is liable for any infringement.

Effective Date

This policy is effective August 26, 2025 and will be reviewed annually.