University of Chicago Library

**Library Mission, Vision, Principles, and Strategic Plan** ****Mission**** In support of free inquiry and expression, the University of Chicago Library is transforming the global knowledge environment to be open, accessible, and equitable. We enable the University of Chicago and our greater community to create a better world through effective information services, a comprehensive connected collection, and a culture of innovation, respect, and partnership. ****Vision**** The University of Chicago Library is a leader in an inclusive and sustainable global knowledge environment. **Principles** A. We meet the **information needs** of the University of Chicago—both as stewards of an outstanding research collection and as leaders in open scholarship. B. We achieve our vision through **partnership**, within the University as well as externally. C. **Open** is the default for everything we do: opening scholarship for use and impact, facilitating the widest access to collections and spaces, and practicing transparency as an organization. D. We recognize **information literacy** is critical in an age of rapid technological change—for students, researchers, and staff as well as for our local community. E. We serve our users through a **culture of excellence**, by being **agile and innovative**, and by **embracing change**. F. We are a **learning organization** that develops our greatest resource, our staff. G. We foster **diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility** across our work, spaces, and collections. H. We achieve **environmental and operational sustainability** through continual review and upgrade of our processes, service portfolio, and spaces.