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There seems to be no easy solution to this problem. We cannot demand that Harvard Printing and Publications Services (HPPS) or the Coop produce sourcebooks in violation of copyright law. We can ask that professors attempt to choose readings frugally and wisely, but this does not guarantee results. For example, the history of science department assured me in writing that “every effort was made to keep costs down.” Then they blithely informed me that my sourcebook for this semester’s tutorial would be $180, plus tax and shipping. I hope...
...people at University Information Systems (UIS)—the same folks who charge students the criminal fee of $16.17 nine times a year just for on-campus phone calls—also run the Harvard Printing and Publications Services (HPPS). HPPS, which makes Harvard’s coursepacks, has decided that ordering out-of-stock coursepacks is far too cumbersome. For themselves, that...
...HPPS claims to be a “valued contributor to the Harvard community,” yet this clearly inconveniences students. Students are, after all, their customers. UIS and HPPS should provide them with the best service possible, not exploit their shameful near-monopoly on coursepack production. If they sincerely want to contribute to the Harvard community, they must consider the effects their policies have on students, not just what is easiest for them...
...HPPS Production Coordinator Kenton W. Doyle said he thinks the website has led to smaller lines at the HPPS Science Center depot...
Doyle said HPPS has tried to promote the new system through signs placed in the Science Center and by telling students who call that they can check the website for the status of their sourcebooks...