Overview
Electronic Theses and Dissertations (ETDs) in the repository are governed by submission, access, and preservation rules set by the University. These policies support discoverability while respecting restrictions required by academic and legal guidelines.
Submission Requirements
Only final, approved ETD versions are accepted for repository submission. Files must include complete metadata, approved title page information, and required endorsements from the submitting academic unit.
Students and submitting offices are responsible for ensuring that ETD content is complete, accurate, and compliant with existing intellectual property and ethics guidelines.
Access and Embargo
ETDs may be open access, restricted to University members, or embargoed depending on approvals and policy requirements. Embargo duration and renewal terms follow institutional procedures.
Metadata remains visible even when full text access is restricted unless otherwise required by policy.
Copyright and Reuse
Copyright remains with the author unless rights are otherwise assigned. Any reuse, reproduction, or commercial use must comply with applicable laws and institutional rules.
Retention and Preservation
Accepted ETDs are preserved as part of the permanent scholarly record. The repository implements preservation actions and system controls for long-term usability and integrity of digital files.
Corrections and Take-Down Requests
Requests to correct metadata or restrict/remove ETD access are evaluated case-by-case under established University procedures and legal obligations.
Related Policy Information
- Electronic Thesis and Dissertation Policy
- Revised Policy on Access to Theses and Dissertations (2017)
- Public Access to Theses and Dissertations (OVCRD Website)