1. Policy
It is the general policy of the Richard Welsh Library at NewSchool of Architecture and Design not to purchase copies of textbooks. Textbooks are defined as monographs specifically intended for work in the classroom environment. This policy does not apply to supplemental reading materials. Recommended readings are typically acquired for the collection as a matter of course.
2. Rationale
There are a number of reasons the library does not purchase textbooks:
3. Exceptions
Exceptions to this policy will be considered by the Librarians on a case-by-case basis. Possible exceptions include:
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