Rated XXX for Extremely Educational

The University of Toronto's new 'porn library' is a fount of X-rated materials. And hobbyists aren't welcome

The University of Toronto's newest library is located in an office off a quiet, third-floor hallway in University College. Access is tightly controlled: Room 351 is always locked, and there's never a librarian on duty. And unlike most campus libraries, a student card doesn't get you sign-out privileges. Actually, nothing does. Films from the collection must be viewed in this room (previously a professor's office), on the TV and VCR provided. To be considered for entry, scholars must submit a formal request letter. "I don't think undergrads should be let loose in the collection," says Mariana Valverde, a criminology professor and member of the review committee. "This isn't the Archives of Ontario. A trained eye is required."