Vision

The Library at Cleveland State strives to be an approachable and accessible regional information resource that is sensitive to the needs of all users and fosters excitement in the process of information access.  We are service oriented and offer a staff who evaluate and organize information, provide instruction and actively solicit new ways to accommodate the information needs of our students, faculty, staff and community users.  Our collection offers diverse materials in a variety of formats.  The Library supports the vision of the College "to be the college of choice in our region," and to "give learning our highest priority and be recognized for academic excellence, student success, and service to the community.

Values

We value exemplary service.

We value academic and intellectual freedom.

We value diversity.

We value the importance of information in improving the quality of people's lives.

We value the instruction process in nurturing intellectual exploration and growth.

We value cooperation within the College and throughout our service area.

We value relationships with local businesses, organizations and educational institutions and agencies.

We value a well-prepared staff who keep abreast of new trends in information access and the emerging technologies which support that access.