Collections and Acquisitions

Recommend purchases and database trials to build the library’s curriculum-driven collection. Explore our unique special collections to enhance your scholarship and teaching.

Suggest a Purchase

Books & Videos

We strive to build a vibrant collection based around curricular needs and research interests of our students and faculty. If you have suggestions for items that would contribute to a relevant and well-rounded collection, we encourage you to suggest a purchase.

The library will prioritize eBooks over print when multi-user options are available.

If you have questions, please contact Kelsey Nation, Acquisitions and Collection Specialist, at acquisitions@davidson.edu.

Journals & Databases

To request a new journal subscription or enquire about getting a new database, please contact Kelly Denzer at kedenzer@davidson.edu.

The library is happy to gather information, negotiate prices, set up trials, and explore options with you. Library subscriptions provide access to resources for the benefit of the full campus community: requests for personal or limited access subscriptions are not permitted. 

View a list of active resources available for trial by students, staff, and faculty. Submit feedback on your experience using our Trial Feedback Form.

Faculty Publications

Have you recently published a book or chapter within a book? Please complete the faculty books and monographs form to share your publishing accomplishments with the library. We will gladly accept or purchase a copy to add to the library’s collection, and showcase print copies in our “Faculty Books and Monographs” display.

Turnaround Time for Requests

Turnaround time for requests may vary. Please give up to four weeks notice for any purchases or journal/database requests