I was wondering if some of my fellow serialists would
give me some feedback with regard to a little quandary
we're facing in Northfield.

We have access to quite a few of our print titles
electronically through JSTOR, and are considering
whether or not to "redistribute" the back issues
covered by the electronic version.  We don't have a
remote storage facility, so we'd basically be giving
them to a serials exchange or consortium if we got rid
of them.  Space is also becoming a big issue in our
library, so there is quite a bit of pressure to get
rid of them.

With all this in mind, I'd appreciate any answers to
the following questions, with any other comments you'd
like to add.

1.  Does your library subscribe to both print and
electronic JSTOR titles?
2.  How do physical space limitations affect your
willingness/ability to go with both versions?  Have
you had to cut out print because of this?  How was
this handled?
3.  Do you find consortiums a reliable means of
getting to the print copies if you are unable to get
electronic access for some reason?

Any and all responses appreciated!

Best,

Tony Goodwyn
Serials/Electronic Access Librarian
St. Olaf College
Northfield, MN 55057

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