PERMISSIBLE USE INFORMATION

Access to and use of SMU files and data is subject to the following terms and conditions:

All digital files and associated text are the property of Southern Methodist University (SMU) and are made available for non-commercial, personal use only. SMU specifically retains any rights, including possible copyright, which it may have in data, files, and/or the images, text, and multimedia they contain.

Copying or redistribution in any manner for personal or corporate gain is not permitted. Any public or commercial use of these materials without prior written permission is a violation of federal copyright law and may also violate the rights of third parties.

Users may download these files for their own use, subject to any additional terms or restrictions which may be provided with the individual file or program. These electronic image files, documentation, and software materials may be covered by additional restrictions and/or copyright.

SMU is not responsible for any errors created in or damage to the materials as a result of their use. All materials maintained are provided "as is" with no warranties of any kind.

SMU DISCLAIMS ALL EXPRESS WARRANTIES INCLUDED IN ANY MATERIALS, AND FURTHER DISCLAIM ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR PARTICULAR PURPOSES, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT OF PROPRIETARY RIGHTS.

Q. May I print some of these out for my report, or use them in my classroom?
A. Assuming this is a non-commercial academic work, yes. This type of use is encouraged.

Q. May I put these on a CD-ROM, public domain or otherwise?
A. No.

Q. How do I obtain permission to use SMU image files in a publication, commercially, on a CD-ROM, BBS, etc.?
A. Anyone wishing to use any SMU files or images for commercial use or publication must first request and receive prior permission by contacting:

The J.S. Bridwell Endowed Librarian
Bridwell Library
Southern Methodist University
P.O.Box 750476
Dallas TX 75275-0476

Permission for such use is granted on a case-by-case basis. A usage fee may be involved depending on the type and nature of the proposed use.


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