Fostering and promoting an inviting, innovative and evolving educational environment for the inquiring minds of the University of Illinois through the expertise of our professional and knowledgeable staff who develop and maintain our preeminent collections, facilities and services.
The Undergraduate Library will encourage engagement with information and technology in its various forms, reinforce the value of collaborative inquiry and work, create new opportunities for community interaction, and support first and foremost undergraduate students so they adjust to and succeed at the University of Illinois and beyond.
Our core values are our guiding principles. They guide us to carry out our mission and envision our future. Embracing excellence, growth, and respect, we believe in:
Integrity. We value integrity, honesty, and truth in our work and actions. We support the principles of intellectual freedom.
Service. We value service at the highest level. We strive to provide quality, responsive service to all of our constituents. We take pride in the service level and productivity of our staff.
Education and Learning. We value education and learning and are partners in the educational lives of our students. We are committed to fostering life-long learners and providing the necessary physical, virtual and human resources to nurture inquiry and learning.
Teamwork. We value a work environment that supports teamwork, creativity, and cooperation. We believe communication is key to our teamwork. We are committed to the library’s mission and value respect for social and cultural diversity.
Innovation. We value innovation. We are adventurous and original. We seek innovative practices and services that benefit our students and faculty and contribute to the larger library community.