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Patron Agreement

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The Tech Desk service is able to provide essential resources to students for free* because we trust our patrons to adhere to our patron agreement. Below, we have outlined all of the responsibilities for patrons utilizing our loaner service.  

*All equipment loans are free to Stanford students as long as the equipment is returned undamaged and by the specified due date and time.

Terms & Conditions 

  • I understand the equipment loaned to me is the property of Stanford University and any use of the equipment must align with the Honor Code, Fundamental Standard, and Computing & Network Usage Policies.
  • I will maintain the condition and safety of all loaner equipment in my possession. Replacement and/or damage fees may be charged to me should any equipment be lost, stolen or broken.
  • I understand my privilege of using the services of The Tech Desk may be suspended until all fees are paid.
  • I will ensure all equipment is returned in accordance to specified due dates and times communicated in the loan confirmation email. 
  • I will keep loaned equipment secure while it is in my possession.
  • I understand that no equipment is eligible for use while enrolled in courses away from campus (i.e. BOSP programs, research/field work away from campus) and cannot be taken out of the country at any time.
  • I agree to be contacted for survey purposes to better the student technology support and services provided by Learning Technologies & Spaces. This may include surveys related to student technology needs, our services, and our learning spaces.
  • I understand that should I provide intentionally false or forged documentation, my name and the documentation may be submitted to the Office of Student Conduct to be reviewed for possible violation of the Fundamental Standard.

Overdue Loans

  • I understand that I may be assessed a $5/day late fee for any overdue loans.
  • I understand that I may lose borrowing privileges at The Tech Desk if I have any combination of check-outs overdue in excess of 20 days within one academic year.
  • I understand that my loaner device may be locked remotely once it is overdue by 2 days. The locking of this device may result in the loss of my data.
  • I understand that I may be charged the replacement fee if the device is not returned within 10 days of my scheduled return date.

Renewals

  • Renewals may be requested by submitting a ticket.
  • I understand renewal requests will be approved/denied on a case-by-case basis.
  • I understand that I am not guaranteed a renewal on any loaner equipment and all renewal confirmations/denials will be made in writing via email or help ticket. 
  • I understand the return date may be adjusted due to unforeseen circumstances and I will return borrowed items by the modified return date. 

Lost, Stolen, or Damaged Equipment

  • I will pay for any lost, stolen, or damaged equipment loaned to me. 
  • I understand that any replacement or damage fees accrued in excess of $100 will be charged to my University Bill. 
  • I will evaluate the loaner equipment during the check-out process and notify The Tech Desk of any pre-existing damage in writing, via submitting a ticket as soon as possible. 
  • I will notify The Tech Desk as soon as possible, should anything happen to the equipment (lost, stolen, broken, malfunction). All notifications should be done in writing, via submitting a ticket.

The Patron Agreement is also available as a downloadable PDF.

Need to Pay Fees?

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Have Questions?

We will respond to all tickets within one business day.