Current Program

In support of the curriculum, the Library delivers academic support for the college. The Library provides students and faculty with resources and access to information - both print and electronic - in support of academic and vocational programs. Since 1978 the Library has experienced a steady decline in funding for both staff and library materials, and as a result, delivery of library service has been affected. The increasing use of new technology also has caused major changes in how the Library delivers services. There is a greater emphasis on computerized library services, and the Library's present emphasis is on the online book catalog and online research databases.

Personnel - The Library employs the following personnel: three full-time faculty, four part-time faculty, four full-time classified employees and two student employees.

Equipment - The following items of equipment are in need of repair or replacement: microfilm readers and printers, a fax machine, several computers, and the Library's book collection security system. The Library is in immediate need of a server to connect all the Library's CD-ROM applications, a receipt printer for the circulation area and a pull-down screen for the Library's projector.

Facilities - The infrastructure of the Library's current facility is basically sound, but the space is configured poorly and it is not wired for technology. All book stacks and furnishings are out of date and are not ADA-compliant.

Future Program

In the mid term (five years) new state standards for library seating and computer workstation space will create a need for a complete library renovation. In the long term (ten years), with increased enrollment, the Library must increase its collection and its area for computerized research. In both the mid term and the long term, the size of the Library program should keep pace with college enrollment. ADA compliance, assistive technologies and Information Competency requirements need to be kept in mind as new facilities and equipment are purchased.

Personnel - See Projected Faculty and Staff Needs.

Equipment - Within the next five years, the following items need to be replaced or purchased new: all computers, additional computers and workstations, advanced computer workstations, new book stacks, new furniture for the periodicals section and a new circulation counter.

Facilities - The Library needs an open computer lab for student use. A Library Teaching Lab has been mandated by the State and needs to be created as soon as possible. The Reference collection needs to be expanded and relocated with a new Reference station and expanded area for periodicals. All furnishings and areas should be ADA-compliant.

Staff Development - Desirable Student Development topics include information technology, HTML training, and DRA online training.