Gifts Policy - New Purchases

The Library appreciates gifts to provide additional materials, perhaps not otherwise available which will enhance the collection and support the academic programs of the university.

Gift Books Honoring a Friend or Relative

While donations of any amount are welcome, an item purchased with a gift of $25 or more, made in honor of (birthday, anniversary, graduation, etc.) or in memory of a friend or relative, may be given a special bookplate indicating both the honoree and donor. A letter of acknowledgement is sent to the honoree, or to the family or friend of the memorialized person, in whose name the gift was made.

Necessary Information

•Your name, address, and phone number

•Full name of the person to be honored or memorialized

•The general subject area of the book to be purchased

•Name and address of the person(s) to be notified of the donation

•Any special requests or instructions

Contact

The above information, and a check made payable to the University of Southern Indiana, should be sent to the following office:

University Development, University of Southern Indiana

8600 University Blvd.

Evansville, IN 47712

If you prefer, telephone University Development at 812/464-1918

You may contact Martha Niemeier at 812/464-1834, Rice Library Collection Development Librarian to discuss a donation, or in the event that you have any additional questions.