Mission Statement
The Giovale Library supports Westminster College's dedication to fostering student success and to creating a community of lifelong learners by providing access to innovative services and collections that encourage intellectual growth and exploration.
Values
Collaboration and Teamwork
The Giovale Library staff collaborates with each other, with colleagues across campus, and with institutions of learning to ensure we are providing our community appropriate resources, services, and programs for learning ,teaching, and professional growth.
Community Oriented
The Giovale Library is responsive to our community and makes evidence-based decisions while remaining flexible to adapt to the evolving needs of the Westminster College community and the changing information environment.
Diversity
The Giovale Library recognizes that diversity and inclusion are imperative to the success and strength of both the library and campus community. Our daily and governing practices align with our unyielding commitment to equity and accessibility.
Forward Thinking
The Giovale Library provides access to new and innovative tools of scholarship, and engages in forward thinking practices, such as the maintenance of our collection and facilities, a commitment to reducing the library's environmental impact, and the support of professional development among library staff to ensure sustainable growth.
Student-Centered
The Giovale Library prioritizes student success and intellectual growth, fostering freedom of inquiry and expression.
Teaching and Learning
The Giovale Library encourages engaged learning among Westminster students by supporting research and discovery. We partner with faculty and staff to provide information literacy instruction, instructional design, and support for educational technology.