Our Vision
A more enlightened and connected future created through knowledge.
Our Mission
Cornell University Library fosters inquiry, enables scholarship, and preserves knowledge through innovative services, inclusive spaces, and outstanding collections.
Our Values
The greater good
We advance the principles of democracy, justice, and inclusion, and we promote intellectual freedom by empowering discovery through the broadest possible access to information.
Human-centered approach
We respect the whole person. We build services, including collections, centered on the needs of our current and future users. We foster a healthy workplace by promoting engagement and growth for all.
Innovation
We seek bold solutions. We are collaborative, agile, and committed to continuous improvement.
Integrity
We earn trust by consistently putting our words into action and through responsible stewardship of university resources.
Sustainable practices
We act intentionally as One Library and in concert with the University and the broader library and academic communities.
2/21/2023