mission & goals

The S.C. Williams Library serves as the Institute’s intellectual, cultural, and social center capitalizing on a resourceful staff and new technologies to foster a stimulating environment for teaching, learning, and scientific discovery by providing innovative services and authoritative resources.
       – Samuel C. Williams Library Mission Statement, June 2007

To solidify awareness of the Library as a vital presence and essential research source within the Institute through collaboration with faculty and administration and through the implementation of new initiatives.
       – Samuel C. Williams Library Strategic Goal/Vision, June 2007