Quiet in the Library

Stephen Bell recently answered a student newpaper article about noise in the Temple U libraries with a comment on the ACRLog . What is the librarian's role in keeping the library a quiet study place? Not wanting to be labeled a "little old Mr. Librarian," he advocates more student self-policing. Many other librarians have weighed in on the question. It is interesting to see how many libraries have zoned spaces or designated floors for quiet study. Northern Michigan University posted a Library Code of Conduct that addresses students about their behavior in regard to noise, cell phones and food and drink.