Haverford College Libraries

The Haverford Libraries act as a locus of intellectual activity supporting the teaching, research, and learning needs of the Haverford College community. Infused with Haverford's Quaker heritage and values, the Libraries support the mission of the College to develop academic excellence and personal growth through a liberal arts education. More broadly, the Libraries foster curiosity, exploration, introspection, and scholarly engagement for each individual within the Haverford community. The Libraries join the Haverford community in engaging in work that fosters anti-ableism, anti-racism and anti-white supremacy on campus and in society. In the Libraries, we will bring deep collaboration and learning to our approaches to teaching, research, collection development, public programming, professional development and profession-building, the creation of community, and all that we do. We strive to treat all library users equitably. Beyond a pledge to consistently work toward the elimination of oppression, we equally, and joyfully, affirm our role in the celebration of and commitment to thriving for all in the Haverford community. As such, we aim to create opportunities for students, staff, and faculty so that every member of our community has the tools and experiences they need to flourish. Evinced throughout our strategic plan you will see that commitment