The collection supports undergraduate information needs and interests. This information is generally presented in greater detail than periodical articles or reference sources, but in less detail than books. Its primary thrust is publications covering current or timeless research topics. They are largely intended to meet the need for one or two sources on which to base a short speech, presentation or paper. Pamphlets can also be used as sources of background information for the early stages of in-depth research, or for personal interest.
Bibliographies are more appropriate to other collections.
The collection attempts to provide balanced coverage of subjects. Its secondary purpose is providing non-research oriented material of practical value to undergraduates. Job hunting, vocational guidance for broad career fields and majors, spring break locales, obtaining financial aid and stress management are some examples. Clippings from the Blade , Toledo Chamber of Commerce publications and newsletters and reports from local organizations are some examples. Normally, only one copy of a pamphlet is ordered.