Technical Services Department
344-3178

receipt of gift books

Lane Library welcomes and appreciates gift books from any donor, with the understanding that there are no conditions attached to their disposition. Only those materials that are in good physical condition and that fall within the scope of the University's academic programs are added to the collection. Gifts are acknowledged by the University Librarian; however, appraisal of gifts for tax purposes is the donor's responsibility. If donors do not agree with this policy, they may choose not to contribute materials to the Library.

Lane Library does not accept:

• Physically damaged materials
• Materials that may adversely affect one’s health (i.e. items that are moldy, mildewed or chemically damaged)
• Most textbooks older than 5 years

The following applies for items within each category:

• Applied Sciences (nursing, medicine, dental hygiene, etc)
  The Library keeps only the latest editions and books published within the last 5 years.
• Pure Sciences (chemistry, biology, physics, etc.)
  The Library keeps only the latest editions and books published within the last 5 years.
• Research / Historical
  The Library keeps books with distinctive historical value or research value, and books written by known authors.
• Business
  The Library keeps only books published within the last 5 years.
• Mathematics
  Books in good condition are kept regardless of the year.
• Computer-Related
  The Library keeps only books published within the last 5 years.
• Social Sciences (history, political science, economics, criminal justice, psychology)
  Selection is based on value.
• Humanities (literature, fine arts, music, etc.)
  Selection is based on value. Cliff Notes are discarded.