The
primary goal of the library is to provide students with broad access to
a variety of learning materials, and to provide the faculty with comprehensive
and timely access to research materials. As financial circumstances permit,
the library strives to open up for the student new avenues for independent
study, and to increase and strengthen the resources in the research areas
in which the Hunter faculty is engaged. The library also extends its services,
where possible, to alumni and the neighboring community.
The library,
while maintaining and increasing the traditional strengths of the Hunter
collection, enriches it with systematic acquisitions of multicultural materials
reflecting the multi-ethnic composition of the college.
Aware
of the new developments in information technology which affect the educational
process, the library aims to provide easy access to world-wide information
and research resources through computer work stations and electronic communication
links.
To promote
the most effective use of available resources, the library conducts a broad
instructional program for all its users through classroom teaching support,
workshops and individualized assistance as well as through a systematic
publication program, exhibits and displays.
To ensure
the highest quality of service, the library encourages constant upgrading
of substantive knowledge and management skills of its faculty and systematic
training of its support staff.
United
in a common goal, the library maintains close cooperation with its partners
in the educational enterprises of the college--the faculty, students, and
administration.
