UNE Copyright Guidelines

Approved by the University of New England's Academic Council on June 15, 2009

About This Website

The creation and exchange of ideas and information are central to the University of New England’s mission of interdisciplinary collaboration and innovation in education, research, and service. The University’s faculty, staff, and students are creators and users of works protected by copyright. It is the intent of the University of New England to comply with all applicable provisions of the United States Copyright Law of 1976, as defined in Title 17 of the U.S. Code. This website serves as an informational resource for using copyright in the academic setting, in support of the University’s commitment to respect for intellectual property rights and the appropriate use of copyrighted materials in an environment of changing technologies and laws. This site will be regularly updated to reflect the changes in the law, policies, and technology. If legal advice is required, members of the University of New England Community should seek legal advice from the University’s legal counsel. 

Contact

  • Dean of Library Services (or designee): General academic copyright
  • Chief Information Officer (or designee): Digital copyright

UNE Policies

U.S. Copyright Law

Using Copyrighted Works

The links to the following resources are informational only and are intended to serve as additional tools and guides in creating and using copyrighted works in the academic environment.