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George T. Potter Library\u2019s Collection Development Policy<\/h1>\n

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Introduction<\/h2>\n

The George T. Potter Library\u2019s collection development mission is to identify, select, manage and preserve collections that support 69色情视频\u2019s curriculum and other titles appropriate to a small academic library. This mission includes facilitating access to electronic and other resources and services that may or may not be physically located in, or owned by, the Libraries.<\/p>\n

Selectivity and response to specific needs have become the hallmarks of collection building for the 21st century. The philosophy of collection development that centered on acquiring everything available on locally important subjects has given way to the realization that no library can obtain comprehensive coverage of multiple disciplines and specializations. Factors that have contributed to this change at Ramapo include the growing number of print and electronic publications, cost escalations that far exceed increases in appropriations for library materials, the broadening of academic program and degree offerings, and the demand for the increased research capability and convenience that electronic indexes and full text databases provide. Librarians are open to discussions and seek regular consultations with faculty on strategies to deal with these issues so to best serve the students on this campus.<\/p>\n

The George T. Potter Library\u2019s Collection Development Policy identifies the selection principles applied as librarians build the collection. Taken as a whole, the Policy is a reflection of the College\u2019s curriculum and research priorities. It documents how and why we build our collections and provides a vehicle for communicating this information to the 69色情视频 community.<\/p>\n

Policy last updated by Christina Connor and Samantha Wittenberg, Summer 2025
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All teaching faculty are encouraged to make recommendations that support student research in their areas of expertise. Requests for materials by adjuncts are accepted when made through the convener. The library reserves the right to set limits on purchases for a single or specialized course for budgetary reasons and in view of the need to have a balanced collection. The core collection is intended to serve the broadest possible audience in each discipline and for the long term. Responsibility for developing and maintaining the integrity of the collection lies with the Collection Development Librarians, and, ultimately, the College Librarian\/Dean.<\/p>\n

The Library\u2019s Collection Development Librarians select and retain materials for the collection based on the following principles:<\/p>\n