The Alumnae Library supports the concept of intellectual freedom and is firmly committed to freedom of inquiry in all areas of knowledge. In recognition of its responsibility to the college community to uphold this concept, the library subscribes to the principles of intellectual freedom as they are expressed by the American Library Association’s “Library Bill of Rights” and the American Library Association’s “Right to Read.”

No materials shall be excluded from the library’s collection because of the race, nationality, socio-political views, or religious views of the authors; nor shall materials be proscribed or removed because of partisan or doctrinal disapproval.

The Alumnae Library strives to provide a broad range of opinions and viewpoints and attempts to represent all viewpoints of an issue without taking a side with any perspective. The Alumnae Library welcomes differing opinions in the debate of ideas and ideologies.

Any member of the college community may raise an objection to the presence or absence of a particular library material. All complaints will be referred immediately to the Library Director, who will try to resolve the issue informally. If the issue cannot be resolved to the satisfaction of the complainant, he/she should contact the VPAA’s Office.