This guide tells the story of how we understand and meet the needs of learners, teachers and researchers who use University Libraries' (UL) resources, services and facility. We feel strongly about asking for patron feedback, regularly analyzing library data in the forms of inputs, outputs and usage data, and monitoring learning through the assessment of student learning outcomes.
Please let the Associate Dean of UL (uladmin@bgsu.edu) know if you have any questions about this guide or suggestions for how to improve it.
Vision Statement
As the academic heart of campus, the University Libraries (UL), advances teaching, learning, research, collaboration, and discovery to empower a diverse community of users o contribute to the public good. The UL aspires to provide anytime, anywhere access to resources, collections, services, and expertise.
Mission Statement
The University Libraries will contribute to student success and support teaching, learning and research by
- providing access to resources, services, collections, and expertise;
- creating innovative services and collaborative learning environments; and
- fostering a diverse and inclusive learning community.
Strategic Objectives
- Investigate, understand, and respond to the needs of users and stakeholders to improve teaching, resources, services, collections, and processes.
- Integrate resources, collections, services and expertise in courses, programs, campus activities, and community initiatives.
- Communicate the effectiveness of the UL to show our value.
Strategic Planning
Each year, the UL submits a 3-5 year plan to the Provost.