Title:	University Library Copyright Policies
Policy Owner:	University Library Copyright Project Team
Applies to:	Faculty, Staff, Others
Campus Applicability:	Storrs and Regional Campuses
Effective Date:	May 29, 2007
For More Information, Contact	University Libraries
Contact Information:	860-486-2518
Official Website:	http://lib.uconn.edu/

Background and Reasons for the Policy

The University of Connecticut Libraries provide high quality collections and information services in support of the University’s research and educational missions. In its endeavors, the University Libraries are committed to compliance with intellectual property law and the preservation of the rights of copyright owners and users of copyrighted materials. The University Libraries also seek to ensure that members of the university community know their rights and responsibilities under the provisions of the U.S. copyright law (17 U.S.C. Section 107), and are able to apply them regarding their use of copyrighted works.

Purpose of the Policy

These policies define the parameters of service provided by the University of Connecticut Libraries with regard to compliance with U.S. copyright law, the doctrine of fair use, and related exceptions in the law for library services.

Expected Institutional Outcomes

These policies provide basic information and guidance regarding the use of copyrighted material by University of Connecticut Libraries staff and users of library services. They answer many common questions regarding the use of copyrighted materials and provide contacts and resources for more information.

Policy Statement

These policies are maintained and updated on the University of Connecticut Libraries web site at http://www.lib.uconn.edu/copyright/.

 

Drafted by the Copyright Project Team 2/19/07 at the suggestion of:

• Denielle M. Burl, Esq., University Legal Specialist; and
• Rachel Rubin, Director of Compliance, Office of Audit, Compliance & Ethics

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