Vision:

To be a cornerstone of JGU’s intellectual life by creating a vibrant hub that brings people and information together and fosters connections between individuals and ideas.

Mission:

The Global Library’s mission is to help the students and scholars at JGU achieve their educational and research objectives by providing access to a wide range of information sources and by organizing custom programs and services that will assist them in using the sources effectively. The Global Library team is committed to create a responsive and welcoming environment in both physical and virtual spaces. Through collaboration and partnerships, we strive to be a hub of activities and a catalyst for knowledge exchange and intellectual growth. We are prepared to take the calls for new engagements.

Goals:

• Working with the JGU community of faculty, scholars, and students to acquire and maintain a comprehensive collection of materials, databases and research tools that support the curriculum and research needs of the University.
• Increasing the use of information resources through the provision of timely research assistance, customized instructional support, and other specialized services.
• Ensuring that the library’s collections and services are accessible and equitable to all members of the community.
• Providing a hospitable and inclusive space (physical and virtual) for the JGU community to gather, discuss, and collaborate.
• Promoting the use of open access and other innovative approaches to the dissemination of research outputs and public goods produced by JGU scholars.
• Promoting the library as an integral part of the JGU community, by fostering partnerships and collaborations with other departments and organizations on campus.
• Supporting the university’s global outreach and partnerships by building relationships with other research libraries and institutions around the world.

Core values:

• We uphold the highest standards of honesty and ethical conduct in all our actions and decisions.
• We hold ourselves accountable for the choices we make and the outcomes that result from them.
• We prioritize our users above all else, and our services are designed with the needs of our users in mind.
• We value inclusivity – everyone should have equal access to information and the opportunity to learn.
• We maintain transparency in all our operations, communication, and decision-making processes.
• We believe in collaboration and mutual support.