Change in Access Policy in the Chastek Library

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This week, the Chastek Library implemented a new access policy. This change affects all users of the library, including the general public.

Our general public hours are Monday-Friday 8:00 am to 6:00 pm. We are closed to the general public on Saturday and Sunday.

Our hours for Gonzaga Law Students are Monday - Thursday 7:00 am to 10:00 pm, Friday 7:00 am to 6:00 pm, Saturday 9:00 am to 6:00 pm, and Sunday 12:00 pm to 10:00 pm. 

Each Monday through Thursday, at 6:00 pm we will be clearing out the library of all library users (general public, law students, undergraduate students, et al.) and only law students, faculty, and staff will be allowed back into the library. The front doors to the library will be locked and you will need your Gonzaga ID to enter the library.

Gonzaga Law alumni and attorneys who wish to have access to the Chastek Library should contact the Circulation Desk (509.313.5792) for information about access.

The primary reason the Chastek Library is implementing this new access policy is that we are committed to having a safe and secure building for Gonzaga Law School students, staff, and faculty.

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