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Library Administration: Mission & Goals

Mission Statement

 

The Melvin J Zahnow Library engages the SVSU community through knowledge advancement, and empowers research and intellectual curiosity. Carefully curated resources and innovative services are offered through collaborative communication with library users. Inclusive spaces fosters diverse social interaction, meaningful research, and intentional learning leading to academic success.

Adopted: 12.11.24

 

Values Statement - Diversity Equity and Inclusion

 

The Melvin J. Zahnow Library is committed to the values of diversity, equity and inclusion. We strive to create and maintain an environment that is welcoming, accessible, and safe for the SVSU community. We work to identify and eliminate barriers that prevent anyone from fully utilizing the library resources, services, and space.   

Goals

 

  • Demonstrate the value of the academic library on student learning, retention and success

  • Educate students and other library users to discover, access, evaluate and use information efficiently and effectively for scholarly and lifelong learning needs

  • Communicate and interact with students, faculty and the greater community to increase awareness and use of library resources and services

  • Evaluate, strengthen and manage access to library collections and resources to meet the information needs of the university community.
  • Promote innovation through professional development and continuing education of library staff
     
  • Maintain an inviting physical environment that facilitates learning and social interaction.

For questions or problems concerning access to library resources, please contact Beth Johns. or Matthew Anderson.