no.1296-LIBRARY IMPACT STATEMENTS

From: Lynn Sipe <lsipe_at_calvin.usc.edu> Date: Thu, 19 Dec 1996 16:40:45 -0800 To: COLLDV-L_at_usc.edu

From: Robin S Lent <rslent_at_christa.unh.edu>

I am wondering what kind of Library Impact Statements different
Universities require in order to approve new programs or degrees. How
extensive are the statements? What data is required? How seriously are
they taken? Do programs get turned down if the Library needs more
material money? Or, conversely, does the Library regularly receive
additional allocations when new programs are approved? Also, do any
Institutions have librarians sitting on committees that review proposals
for new programs?

Thanks for your help.

Robin Lent
Head of Collection Development
University of New Hampshire
rslent_at_Christa.unh.edu