Rules & Policies

In order to keep the Learning Center (LC) running as an effective and supportive learning environment,  
students are expected to conduct themselves in accordance with CSM Student Conduct policies and adhere to the following guidelines.

• Only actively registered students at College of San Mateo, Middle College, Skyline College, or Cañada College may use the Learning Center.
• Students should not bring visitors or children to the Learning Center.
• Students seeking tutoring should first sign up for 0-credit LCTR 698.
• Every student will need a G-number to check in and out of the Learning Center.
• Food is not allowed inside. Please finish food outside before entering the LC or leave it on the table near the entrance.
• The center is an active instructional area, and we cannot guarantee a completely quiet area to study. If a quieter space is needed, we recommend reserving a study room or using the CSM Library.
• Study Rooms are to be utilized for academic purposes only.
• Disruptive behavior, such as shouting or cursing, will not be tolerated.
• Work on the computer must be related to assigned class work.
• The absolute safety of files stored on the network drive cannot be guaranteed. Students are responsible for keeping critical files on their own devices and cloud accounts.
• Students should report computer problems to an LC staff person.
• Displaying inappropriate items is considered misuse of computers and will be reported to campus authorities. Examples of inappropriate items are sexually explicit, graphically disturbing, or harassing images or text.
• Copying any software from the computer labs is ILLEGAL. Installation of software or configuration changes on lab computers is NOT allowed.
• Do not unplug any computer station from the network.
• Rude behavior towards LC staff will not be tolerated.
• Please turn cell phones off or put them in silent mode. Take all cell phone conversations outside.
• Students must leave workspaces clean - chairs pushed in, garbage thrown away, etc.
• Pets are not allowed in the LC. (This does not include service animals.)
• Unattended minors are not permitted to use the Learning Center unless they are actively registered for classes at College of San Mateo/Middle College and/or have a pre-existing appointment for exam proctoring or other Learning Center services
• Learning Center employees are not responsible for the supervision, the safety, or the monitoring of the activities of minors at the Learning Center. This policy also includes minors who participate in middle college, dual enrollment, and concurrent enrollment at CSM.
• As a college academic support center, the Learning Center provides access to content which may be inappropriate for a minor.
• If unattended minors are disruptive, not following directions from staff, or if there is a concern for their safety, Learning Center employees will call Public Safety to escort the minor off the premises and locate the parent/caregiver.