Montgomery College Library Mission, Vision, Values

Mission

The library facilitates student success by collaborating with the College community in the creation and delivery of innovative services in a culture of excellence and accountability.

Vision

Montgomery College Library is an inclusive and equitable learning environment that empowers students to be information-literate citizens and lifelong learners. We are responsive to the diverse learning needs of students, faculty, and staff through service excellence and by providing access to the world’s knowledge, all in pursuit of advancing student success and academic partnerships.

Values

In support of our community, we commit to:

• provide excellent service that empowers all individuals to learn and thrive. Our commitment to impact means we will seek to meet the evolving needs of our diverse community of users, develop culturally responsive services, promote equitable access to diverse and inclusive collections and accessible resources.
• foster belonging by creating a learning environment within the library where users are accepted, valued, respected, and supportive (of one another). Creating a sense of connection and inclusion allows everyone to thrive.
• support collaboration and creativity, through our spaces, resources, and services. By bringing people together and encouraging the exchange of ideas, we can inspire innovation, and empower individuals and communities to explore new possibilities.
• sustainable practices and operations and responsibly stewarding our resources with future generations of learners in mind.
• be in conversation with our community, fostering effective communication to better understand patron needs and serve as a resource and advocate for community well-being and lifelong learning.