The Library Strategic Plan 2016-2020 is now out for consultation around the university. See the latest version
I had an hour last week to present the Strategic Plan to SMT. It was an opportunity to both present the plan and increase the understanding of the role of the Library (communication for learning)
The SMT discussion on the plan was very positive. They thought it was a very clear and well thought out document that they were happy to endorse. During the discussion that followed a range of SMT members made some very positive comments on Library services. The discussion included:
- Complement on the way the Library has worked with the Research Committee over the last 18 months
- MB described as a hidden jewel that is important to UC
- The importance of bringing Ngā Awa e Rua and Rautaki Whakawhanake Kaupapa Māori closer together (as discussed in Māori staff hui)
- The great work being done in Commerce with the Liaison Librarians
- the Archives moratorium, was there any progress and how this affected relationships with donors (an opportunity to talk about Education Library)
- how we could work with SSAC to highlight the positive stories about the Library in a marketing context. How can SSAC and the Library work together on customer services
- Who is using the Library and why? Feedback from research Postgraduates is that they are using the Library rather than their allocated spaces. Can we find out more through surveys or tracking of mobile devices (has privacy implications)
- Discussion on space raised the issue of group work being more popular with education students and there was concern from students if there would be sufficient group study space in Central (I talked a little on the transition plan)
- Complement on how well we are working with academics on the Copyright Project
- That efficiency and effectiveness be added into the strategy with a requirement to measure what we are doing
- Alex as usual provided very good support
As a result two aims have been added to Goal 7: Manage our resources wisely as a result of the discussions
- Ensure our physical and digital spaces evolve to meet the changing needs of students
- Ensure the effective and efficient use of our resources and that outcomes are measured and benchmarked appropriately
The plan will now go out to the academic community, including faculties, Learning and Teaching Committee, Research Committee and Academic Board, for consultation over the next two months. Once that is complete the final version of the Library Strategic Plan 2016-2020 will return to SMT for approval.
Ngā mihi, Anne