The request shall include information on library resources as follows:

1. (1) Are present library holdings in relevant fields adequate to begin the proposed program? How will the library have to be improved to meet program needs in the next four years? (Please explain need for books, periodicals, reference books, primary source materials, etc.) What are the institutional surpluses or deficiencies in holdings as measured by the Clapp-Jordan formula? How will approval of this program alter this situation?
2. (2) Do faculty and students now use libraries of other institutions? Could they do so in the proposed program? Explain in detail.
3. (3) Estimate the total expenditure for the last two complete fiscal years for library acquisitions in the departments or subject matter fields in which the proposed program will be offered, or in fields which are closely related to the proposed program.
4. (4) Project library expenditures to be budgeted annually for the next five years in supporting this program.

Source Note:The provisions of this §5.95 adopted to be effective January 1, 1976.