University Archives staff will preview films and videotapes for researchers to determine subject content and suitability for duplication. Staff previewing may be limited by staff availability and other office priorities. Certain formats cannot be duplicated because of a lack of compatible duplication equipment. Films and videotapes can be reproduced onto various formats of videotape stock. Patrons pay for the cost of the blank tape, time required to duplicate, and any cleaning and splicing that is required.
Prepayment is required.
Borrowing Archival materials are normally used only in the University Archives. However, in extraordinary circumstances and with special permission from the University Archivist, university departments and other organizations may borrow duplicate copies of films and videotapes for use outside the Archives for a pre-determined period. The borrower must provide for the security of the materials against loss or damage while they are out of the Archives and is required to use the materials with the same care and consideration that is practiced in the Archives. Borrowed items returned in a damaged or dirty condition will result in the assessment of a fee at least equivalent to the cost of replacing the items. Items that are not returned will result in the assessment of the above fee plus loss of borrowing privileges.