{"id":38627,"date":"2026-03-05T10:05:14","date_gmt":"2026-03-05T16:05:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/library.missouri.edu\/news\/?p=38627"},"modified":"2026-03-05T14:58:32","modified_gmt":"2026-03-05T20:58:32","slug":"mizzou-libraries-launch-new-strategic-plan-to-strengthen-learning-discovery-and-community-impact","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/library.missouri.edu\/news\/lottes-health-sciences-library\/mizzou-libraries-launch-new-strategic-plan-to-strengthen-learning-discovery-and-community-impact","title":{"rendered":"Mizzou Libraries Launch New Strategic Plan to Strengthen Learning, Discovery and Community Impact"},"content":{"rendered":"

The University of Missouri Libraries has unveiled a new strategic plan that sets a clear, values\u2011driven direction for the Libraries\u2019 future as the University\u2019s scholarly home. Grounded in sustainability, adaptability and service to the Mizzou community, the plan outlines how the Libraries will focus resources, strengthen impact and support teaching, learning and research across the University.<\/p>\n

\u201cMizzou Libraries are essential to the University\u2019s scholarly environment,\u201d the plan states, emphasizing a commitment to empowering everyone at Mizzou to explore, learn and discover. The strategic plan affirms the Libraries\u2019 role in delivering services and resources that help every member of the University community thrive while adapting in strategic, creative and sustainable ways to meet current realities.<\/p>\n

Central to the strategic plan are clearly defined strategic priorities, each supported by objectives designed to guide action and measure progress. These priorities build on the Libraries\u2019 existing strengths while ensuring that future efforts remain visible, relevant and meaningful to Mizzou and the broader community:<\/p>\n

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  1. Sustainable Revitalization: Recalibrate and revitalize programs, spaces and practices to match current realities and resources. By focusing on what is achievable and meaningful, the Libraries will deliver visible wins, strengthen morale, and focus energy where it matters most, laying the groundwork for the Libraries\u2019 future.<\/li>\n
  2. Every Student’s Success: Building on the Libraries\u2019 strengths in supporting undergraduates to support students at every level. These avenues of support prepare students for a changing digital landscape and reflect that the Libraries are a cornerstone to every student\u2019s success.<\/li>\n
  3. Revealing Research: Showcase the Libraries\u2019 role in creating, preserving and connecting Mizzou\u2019s research to the world. By surfacing its role in the research process, securing durable digital infrastructure, and leveraging campus and statewide partnerships, the Libraries will ensure Mizzou\u2019s research is visible, valued and impactful.<\/li>\n
  4. The Library and Our Land-Grant Mission: Advance Mizzou\u2019s land-grant mission by extending knowledge, expertise and resources beyond campus to serve the people of Missouri. Through statewide and system-wide partnerships, distinct local collections, and services responsive to community needs, the Libraries will share knowledge and tools to support the people of Missouri.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Throughout the plan, Mizzou Libraries reaffirm their core values: engaging staff and partners with respect, celebrating Mizzou\u2019s excellence in research and creativity, and fostering a culture of learning, assessment and continuous improvement. These values guide decision\u2011making and underscore the Libraries\u2019 commitment to serving students, faculty staff and researchers at every stage of their academic journeys.<\/p>\n

    The full strategic plan is available online.<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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