UMass Global Library Policies & Reports

This page stores all library guidelines, policies, and reports related to library administration and management, collection development, teaching policies, and more! In reading these policies and reports, you will learn about the library's philosophy of operations, as well as how the library works and makes important decisions.

Contents:

• UMass Global Library Mission Statement
• UMass Global Library Annual Reports
• Collection Development and Acquisitions Policy
• Information Literacy and Instruction Guidelines
• Citation Assistance Policy

UMass Global Library Mission Statement

The University of Massachusetts Global (UMass Global) Library provides its students with access to the information resources and research support services they need to become critical, efficient, and ethical users of information as they advance in their professions, earn credentials, and complete their degrees. The UMass Global Library does this by:

• Facilitating equitable access to the universe of recorded knowledge.
• Selecting relevant and representative tools appropriate for the university curriculum and the professions it represents.
• Teaching critical approaches to the research process by developing a sequenced and integrated approach for each discipline. 
• Providing accessible and flexible opportunities to learn information literacy skills using various teaching modalities.
• Upholding and articulating standards of academic integrity and the ethical use of information.
• Being meticulous stewards of the library’s budget and resources.
• Using evidence-based data to assess effectiveness of programs, resources, and processes.
• Working collaboratively with appropriate partners to align library collections and services with the educational goals and strategic directions of the university.
• Applying technologies and practices that enhance both the library’s services and the users’ experiences.