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Welcome to The Ames Library resource guide for Copyright Information at IWU.

If you need help or have any questions related to copyright for your classes or your research, or rights & permissions inquiries, please send me an e-mail or give me a call.

University Policy: Illinois Wesleyan University expects individuals affiliated with the University to uphold copyright laws ensuring the protection of intellectual property, giving authors due credit, and demonstrating responsible citizenship.

Illinois Wesleyan University advocates that individuals creating content proactively review publisher right's agreements before signing and retain authority over the intellectual property.

Illinois Wesleyan University encourages individuals to be familiar with the application of the four factors comprising Fair Use.

While Illinois Wesleyan University copyright policies and practices are as described here, final judgment rests with each individual.  Support and help is available from the University Copyright Officer.

Credit to Georgetown University, IUPUI and CSUSA for various material within this site.