Mission

Ghent University Library is a network of faculty libraries and the Book Tower.

Vision

As a library network, we actively support the core missions of Ghent University: providing future-proof education, conducting ground-breaking research, and strengthening the university's academic and societal impact.

Mission

Ghent University Library fosters the creation of open knowledge, both within and beyond the university community. Free access to knowledge is an essential driver of innovation, collaboration, and societal progress.

To achieve this mission, the library focuses on three strategic pillars:

• Delivering high-quality knowledge services tailored to the needs of the UGent community.
• Acting as a crucial link within an open and sustainable knowledge ecosystem. We promote open access to information and contribute to the sharing and reuse of knowledge, both locally and internationally.
• Connecting people through knowledge services. By stimulating collaboration and interaction, we create an environment where ideas can flourish and knowledge can continue to evolve.
  

Values

• Open and inclusive
  We strive for open and transparent access to knowledge (and its creation) for everyone.
• Pluralistic
  We aim for diversity and representation of different perspectives in our collections, teams, and public communities.
• Quality-driven and curious
  We pursue excellence in service and remain curious about how societal and technological developments can inspire new services.
• Cooperative
  We bring together people and ideas from inside and outside the University Library because we believe that collaboration leads to better results.