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This article describes ongoing efforts to build an integrated collection among the libraries of the Tri-College Consortium, whose members, Bryn Mawr, Haverford and Swarthmore, are three liberal arts institutions in southeastern Pennsylvania, and traces the history of collaboration among the three schools, a history that stretches back to the 1940s, as background to the current initiative which is focused on collection development. The article describes results of various qualitative and quantitative studies undertaken to assess the current state of the collections, patterns of use, and challenges in moving towards an integrated tri-college library collection. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Purpose - This paper aims to highlight two recent copyright controversies that have implications for academic institutions in the USA. Design/methodology/approach - The paper focuses on the copyright infringement case against Georgia State University, detailing aspects of the lawsuit as they are noted in the complaint. Findings - The paper recognizes the well-documented case against Georgia State University is strong, especially given contemporary views on fair use. Originality/value - This paper offers depth to important copyright stories that may affect US institutions. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Purpose — This paper seeks to highlight the recent open access initiatives of Harvard University and the National Institutes of Health (NIH). Design/methodology/approach — The paper discusses opportunities and consequences of the recent initiatives. Findings — The paper finds that the NIH open access policy will make available tens of thousands of peer-reviewed articles per year. The Harvard open access initiative may be a harbinger of things to come at other US universities. Originality/value — This paper reinforces many of the concepts being discussed on the listservs regarding these remarkable initiatives. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]