Shared Values

People are our greatest asset when:

• … we show respect and compassion for one another
• …we are professional and open minded
• …we value differences while working towards a shared purpose

We demonstrate respect through our interactions when we:

• …respect people’s ideas and values
• …provide a space where everyone feels welcome
• …help patrons by listening and responding to their needs
• …evolve service with technologies being adopted by teachers and learners
• …provide comfort during times of stress (e.g. therapy dogs, snack food)
• …treat each other with kindness

We show collaboration by:

• …providing an environment for students to gather
• …hosting events that bring the campus community together
• …reaching out to campus groups
• …working in strong library teams
• …providing a fertile environment for interdisciplinary experiences
• …working with the campus to provide resources to support the curriculum

We exemplify diversity and equity by:

• …building collections that reflect many voices and experiences
• …promoting Open Education Resources
• …being a welcoming space for all students
• …supporting students so that they feel they belong here
• …offering displays that reflect our diverse people and cultures
• …providing instruction via multiple means

We practice or promote environmental, financial, and social sustainability by:

• …providing multi-use spaces
• …sharing and borrowing proprietary and open educational resources
• …efficiently procuring, using, reusing, and surplussing resources
• …developing efficient work plans and improving processes
• …participating in campus wide sustainability initiatives
• …providing affordable in-house alternatives to outsourcing

Last Updated May 8, 2024