Brandel Library Selection and Reconsideration Policy  

Read the full policy here: Brandel Library Selection and Reconsideration Policy

Brandel Library advocates for and protects the intellectual freedom of all library users. As an academic library, the library is responsible for providing resources that represent a wide range of differing points of view. The inclusion of a resource in our collection does not mean that the library advocates nor endorses the ideas expressed in that resource. As such, material will not be excluded from consideration because of frankness of language, controversial approach, nor due to the political, moral, religious, sexual, social, economic, and/or scientific views expressed by the author. Language or methodology in an older work may not align with current academic approaches to their subjects and this alone is not a reason for their deselection.

North Park University students, faculty, and staff may request the reconsideration of library material by completing and submitting the Request of Reconsideration form.

Request for Reconsideration of Library Resources form

Individuals may request that the library either; (1) remove an item because it is inappropriate to the scope and mission of our collection, or (2) add an item to balance the collection by providing an alternative perspective. The Library Director will acknowledge receipt of the request via email. A panel of librarians will consider the request and make a formal recommendation within 30 business days.