Library and Media Services Mission and Vision

Library and Media Services supports Western Oregon University’s dedication to student success and enhances its commitment to discovery, creativity, critical thinking, and diversity by providing and encouraging the use of quality information, media resources, and services.

Library and Media Services envisions:

1. Expanded and enhanced information resources and technology that efficiently and consistently support the academic programs of Western Oregon University.
2. A learning community that promotes successful use of resources by instructing, assisting, and encouraging individuals to use information effectively and ethically.
3. Cooperative partnerships with other information and technology providers to increase intellectual access, complement instruction activities, and promote resource sharing.
4. Physical environments which are inviting, comfortable, innovative, and welcoming places conducive to study, learning and research.
5. A creative intellectual environment in which users receive exemplary customer service.
6. A highly skilled staff who are recognized for information expertise and technological competence and who are leaders in media production and preservation and in library management.

Approved January 2005