The Learning Resources Center contains the Library s audiovisual and computer lab software collections. The LRC collection has been established to support the educational goals of the institution s health sciences programs and the teaching activitie s of the faculty members. Curriculum related and HS staff training materials receive priority in selection decisions. The selection decision is usually made by applying all relevant criteria and rarely will a single factor determine the final decision. Gifts of materials for the LRC are accepted under the same selection guidelines.
Preference is given to items that are curriculum related.
Purchase requests from patrons are encouraged. This committee includes representation from the Schools of Medicine and Nursing as well as the Library staff. In addition to serving an advisory role, the Committee members also initiate purchase requests from their represented areas. Generally, materials with current year production dates are collected. Computer Software A core collection of general purpose applications is maintained.