Preference is given to material published in the last ten years. Feature films have no chronological limits. Most materials originate in the United States due to equipment compatibility and availability. New formats may be added if the format is universally accepted and if equipment is readily available for use. C. General Guidelines for Selecting Periodicals Periodicals.
Periodicals have a separate budgetary allocation.
The Library must maintain the subscription after the original purchase, so adding a new periodical title requires careful consideration. The General Guidelines in Sections I - VI apply to periodicals acquisitions as well. Currently, the Library cannot add subscriptions without canceling others of equal or greater value due to budget constraints. Departments and Liaisons should discuss possible changes in journal subscriptions before submitting requests. The Liaison will evaluate the title, comparing it to other holdings in the subject area to see if it represents a useful addition to the subject's journal literature.