La Vergne, TN | March 11, 2026 - Ingram Academic & Professional, an Ingram Publisher Services LLC brand (Ingram), announces a new distribution and sales agreement with University of Notre Dame Press (UNDP), one of the nation's leading academic publishers. Beginning July 1, 2026, Ingram will provide print distribution and sales representation for UNDP titles across the United States, Canada, and all global territories. In addition, Ingram will manage UNDP's ebook sales, further expanding the press' digital reach and discoverability.

"Ingram is eager to support the University of Notre Dame Press as they continue to publish books that shape critical conversations," said Kurt Hettler, Director of Ingram Academic and Professional. "Our distribution and digital printing services are designed to grow their sales, broaden their audience, and ensure their authors' work reaches readers and institutions around the globe."

UNDP publishes widely in fields that reflect the academic strengths of the University of Notre Dame, including religion, philosophy, political science, American history, medieval studies, and Latin American studies. Through rigorous peer review, international networks, and award-winning translations, the press's publications extend the University's global influence and intellectual reputation.

"We are incredibly enthusiastic about partnering with Ingram as this collaboration marks an exciting new chapter for University of Notre Dame Press," said director Steve Wrinn. "Ingram's expansive distribution network and proven expertise in both print and digital sales will enhance the visibility and accessibility of our publications worldwide. We are confident that this relationship will strengthen our ability to serve scholars, students, libraries, and general readers globally while advancing our mission to publish works of enduring intellectual impact and cultural significance."

This partnership underscores Ingram's ongoing commitment to serving all publishers with custom solutions to help them reach more readers everywhere. Through Ingram's comprehensive distribution, sales, and marketing capabilities, publishers gain access to an integrated network that supports sustainable long-term growth across all markets.

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Ingram Content Group | Zach Hunt | [email protected]

About Ingram Academic & Professional
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About University of Notre Dame Press
The University of Notre Dame Press is the largest Catholic university press in the world, publishing influential scholarship and general interest books across religion, philosophy, political science, history, medieval studies, and Latin American studies. Through rigorous peer review, international networks, and award-winning translations, the press's publications extend the University's global influence and intellectual reputation. Committed to an innovative and sustainable publishing program, Notre Dame Press supports leading experts and emerging scholars whose work enriches conversations and advances knowledge worldwide.

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