To effectively position itself for the future and ensure student, faculty and research success, the University Libraries have created a forward thinking and flexible five-year strategic direction for the fiscal years 2022 through 2027.
Mission of the URI Libraries
Strategies
- The University Libraries strategic plan comprises seven strategies.
- For more information, see “University of Rhode Island Libraries Strategic Direction 2022-2027 [PDF].”
Provide the most accurate and diverse collection based on the mission of the University in order to ensure student success while supporting the cutting-edge research of our faculty. Give our community the information it needs in all formats for student, researcher and faculty success. Ensure information relevant to our community is preserved and utilized through our archives, government publications and digital initiatives. Lead the University’s efforts to increase understanding and practice of the various information literacies and to support the teaching and research mission of our community. Create new and strategic initiatives which support community programs and projects. Provide a safe and nurturing environment that supports our community in its academic and research needs. Ensure that all the University Libraries goals encompass diversity, equity and inclusion.1. Collections
2. Access
3. Preservation
4. Instruction
5. Innovation
6. Space
7. Diversity