Faculty Resources

Mission and Policies

Mission Statement

The Robert R. Muntz Library supports the University Strategic Plan’s four pillars.  To accomplish this, the library will excel in collecting and providing access to quality educational and scholarly resources; offering excellent and timely services and events; making available current technologies; and creating an inspiring and welcoming physical environment. 

Vision Statement

We aspire to be the university’s intellectual gateway, supporting the discovery, exchange, and advancement of ideas. 

Goals

The library will:

• Increase engagement with UT Tyler and the surrounding community
• Support the scholarship and creativity of the UT Tyler community
• Develop and maintain a thoughtfully chosen, well-organized, and easily accessible array of resources that support the curriculum and stimulate curiosity
• Enhance student learning and critical thinking through the integration of information literacy across the curriculum
• Sponsor opportunities that create a vibrant, safe, engaged student experience complementary to the university’s academic mission
• Provide an environment that promotes reflection, research, and collaboration
• Promote high operational, service, and ethical standards by conducting continuous evaluation of resources and services
• Create a positive and accessible work environment for a highly capable and diverse staff

   

Library Policies and Information

• Accessibility Service Policy
• Borrowing Privileges and Responsibilities
• Building Use Policy
• Code of Conduct
• Collection Development Policy
• Computer Use Policy
• Guidelines for Accepting Gifts and Donations