Collection Development

Welcome to the homepage of the Musselman Library's Collection Development Department. The department provides services in support of the library's general collections and the collection development program. The department also consists of the Interlibrary Loan, Media Services and Reserves units.

The Musselman Library Staff is interested in fostering communication and cooperation with faculty members to develop quality library collections that support the undergraduate curriculum as well as faculty research.

For Faculty

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Tell us about yourself -- Faculty Profile

The Liaison Program
Librarian Liaisons

For Librarians

Collection Development Tools and Forms
Evaluating Approval Slips
Collection Development Calendar
Librarian Liaison Background Profile
Librarian Liaison Job Description

For Everyone

Library Facts, including Collection Statistics

Giving Opportunities / Making a donation to the Musselman Library

• Books, manuscripts, and collection appraisals
• Gettysburg-area appraisers
• Gift Agreement and Receipt for Donors
• Gift Recording Spreadsheet for Donors (Excel Spreadsheet)

Collection Development Policies for the library's general collections

Factors Affecting Selection and Ordering

• Browsing Room and Cooper Collection
• Reference Collection
• Multiple Copies Policy Statement
• Video/DVD/Film Collection Development Policy

Palinet 2005 Conference & Vendor Fair

• Creating Links - Central Panel (Powerpoint)
• Creating Links - Side Panels (Powerpoint)