University Library Committee

Chair

Valerie Hedquist, Art

Meetings

The University Library Committee meets the second Monday of the month at 4:00 p.m.in the Dean's Conference Room.

Contact the Faculty Senate Office to be added to the distribution list to receive meeting agendas and minutes.

Committee Responsibilities

  • Communication:  The University Library Committee (ULC) communicates between the Faculty Senate and the library administration.
  • Advocacy:  The ULC advocates on behalf of the development and maintenance of library resources and services as well as the needs of library stakeholders, including faculty, students and staff, especially as communicated through the Faculty Senate.  Additionally, the committee reviews library matters as they relate to the University’s academic mission.
  • Review:  The ULC reviews the annual library acquisitions budget and strategic plan.  The committee participates in the selection and periodic evaluations of the Dean of Libraries.  The committee also participates in the accreditation processes affecting or involving the Mansfield Library.