Mission
The Aubrey R. Watzek Library advances intellectual inquiry at Lewis & Clark through our collections, people and spaces.
Vision
The Aubrey R. Watzek Library will:
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offer exceptional service based on the information needs of Lewis & Clark students, faculty, staff;
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provide a safe, welcoming and accessible environment with spaces conducive to individual study and collaborative learning;
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create opportunities for Lewis & Clark students to build skills, make discoveries and engage in creative endeavors;
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develop collections and programming that inspire curiosity, support an evolving curriculum and represent diverse voices;
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participate in local, national, and global information-sharing networks to enhance the resources available to our community and to disseminate Lewis & Clark’s intellectual and creative work to wider audiences;
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explore innovative approaches to library collections, scholarly communication, and information literacy in collaboration with students, faculty and staff.
Values
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Critical Inquiry
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Intellectual Freedom
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Equity and Inclusion
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Privacy and Confidentiality
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Stewardship and Preservation
Adopted 3 January 2017, updated 10 November 2020.
