What is Day One

What is Day One Access?

Day One Access is a program that provides students with affordable digital course materials on or before the first day of class, ensuring they have everything they need to start learning right away.

Program Benefits

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Affordability

Publishers offer reduced pricing for digital materials through this program, saving students up to 80% off the price of purchasing a new print copy of their textbook.

Convenience

Required materials for participating classes will automatically be available in Canvas by the first day of classes, so students do not have to spend as much time searching for course materials.
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Academic Success & Accessibility

Students have access to materials by the first day of classes, so they can start studying right away and come to class prepared, not worrying about falling behind on coursework. Digital materials meet accessibility standards and offer a wide range of features to enhance the learning experience and support all students.

Sustainability

All materials included in this program are provided in a digital format, reducing the need for textbooks to be printed and shipped to the store. Our digital partner, VitalSource, provides a carbon neutral program.
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