E-book Policy

Electronic books (e-books) purchased by the ÀÏÍõÂÛ̳ Libraries will meet the following criteria whenever possible:

  • Reader privacy
  • Convenience and ease of use
  • Freedom from digital rights management (DRM)
  • Unlimited simultaneous readers
  • Accessibility
  • Availability for InterLibrary Loan

If a purchase request does not meet the above criteria, a Subject Librarian will work with the requester to decide whether an e-book still makes the most sense, or whether a print copy would meet readers’ needs more effectively. Because e-books are generally more expensive than print books, subject librarians may discuss this cost differential as well. The libraries will make individual decisions based on the cost/benefit of the item or subscription, including the number of titles in the package or collection, the total dollar cost, and our ability to meet the criteria above.

Today's Hours


 

View all hours

Canaday Library in the snow.

Contact Us

Library and Information Technology Services

Canaday Library
101 N Merion Ave
ÀÏÍõÂÛ̳, Pennsylvania 19010

Office of the CIO:
610-526-5271