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Copyright Compliance<\/h2>\n

When uploading content to the university\u2019s website, it\u2019s important to follow copyright laws. Copyrighted materials, such as journal articles, cannot be uploaded without proper permission.\u00a0Even though the university provides access to a vast collection of academic journals and publications through its subscription services, this does not mean that these materials can be freely redistributed or posted online for public access. This access is intended for personal use, research, and educational purposes, under certain terms and conditions agreed upon with the publishers.<\/p>\n

Website editors must ensure that any content shared complies with copyright laws and licensing terms.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Why You Can\u2019t Upload Copyrighted Journals<\/h2>\n
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  1. Legal Violations<\/strong>: Distributing copyrighted content without permission is against U.S. copyright law and could result in legal consequences for both you and the university.<\/li>\n
  2. Subscription Limitations<\/strong>: The university\u2019s access to journals is restricted to authorized users. Posting these materials publicly bypasses those restrictions.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    What You Can Do Instead<\/h2>\n
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    1. Use Open Access Resources<\/strong>: If you\u2019re looking to share academic articles, consider linking to open-access journals or publications, which are freely available without copyright restrictions.<\/li>\n
    2. Link to the Resource<\/strong>: Instead of uploading the entire article, provide a link to the journal or article through the university\u2019s library system. This ensures that only authorized users can access the content while respecting the publisher\u2019s terms.<\/li>\n
    3. Request Permission<\/strong>: If you need to share an article more widely, contact the publisher to request permission to distribute the material. Some publishers may allow it under certain conditions, such as for educational use within the university.<\/li>\n
    4. Use Excerpts Within Fair Use<\/strong>: For educational or commentary purposes, consider using brief excerpts or summaries of the article, ensuring that it complies with fair use guidelines.\n