Strategic Directions

I am pleased to share University Libraries’ strategic directions – the guideposts that align our work with the university’s priorities and anchor us to Ohio State’s Shared Values. This framework steers us toward our vision to become the model for what a 21st-century research library can and should be.

Our focus areas have evolved, but our mission and values remain the same. We are committed to improving our communities by supporting access to high-quality, affordable education, fueling innovative research, and building an inclusive culture that encourages open-minded exploration.

I invite you to learn more about the University Libraries’ strategic directions, our focus areas, and initiatives on this website.

Sincerely,
Signature of Damon Jaggars

Damon E. Jaggars
Vice Provost and Dean of University Libraries

Equip Students for Lifelong Success

Enrich students’ lives through equitable, transformative teaching, services and employment 

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Teaching and learning effectiveness
  • Affordable education and open educational resources
  • Critical thinking skills and informed citizenship
  • Educationally purposeful student employment
Empower Knowledge Creators

Advance research and creative expression by fostering, preserving and sharing knowledge and scholarship

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Cross-disciplinary scholarship and research best practices
  • Open knowledge through open scholarship 
  • Collaborative and inclusive collections building
  • Active engagement with research collections
    • Engage for Broader Impact

    Promote an engaged, informed and just society through initiatives and partnerships aligned with university priorities

    FOCUS AREAS:
  • Campus and external partnerships 
  • Underserved and underrepresented communities
  • Cultural programming and outreach
  • Open content for expanded and equitable access
    • Center the User Experience

    Enrich library services through user-centered planning and decision-making

    FOCUS AREAS:
  • Equitable and accessible services 
  • User-focused service development
  • Inspiring and inclusive learning spaces
    • Invest in People

    Support the success and well-being of faculty, staff and student employees 

    FOCUS AREAS:
  • Recruitment and retention of diverse talent
  • Equitable compensation
  • Values-driven decision making
  • Organizational learning and professional development
  • Culture of leadership, respect, accountability and transparency 
    • Model Excellence

    Enhance effectiveness to realize objectives in alignment with organizational values, vision and mission

    FOCUS AREAS:
  • Responsive planning and operations
  • Responsible stewardship of resources and assets
  • Effective communications and marketing
  • Strategic fundraising

    • Current Initiatives