9 OREGON STATE UNIVERSITY LIBRARIES AND PRESS
ENVIRONMENTAL CONTEXT
OF STRATEGIC PLAN
External Assessment
Five key issues have the greatest impact on how we work and have
defined our focus for this strategic plan.
Changing Face of Education
The fast-paced evolution of K-20 teaching and learning models, the
rising influence of technology, and the internationalization of higher
education are changing the face of college campuses and student
populations. These forces are creating challenges and opportunities for
everyone, especially first-generation students, students from differing
educational backgrounds, and international students. We will leverage
our unique expertise to serve these varied student populations to ensure
college preparedness and academic success.
University and Library Trends
Academic libraries are committed to providing services and resources
in an ever-changing economic and academic environment. In order to
meet this challenge, libraries are emphasizing their unique collections,
patron-driven acquisition, data management, online institutional
repositories, and Open Access initiatives.
Technology Ubiquity
Meeting patron and researcher technology expectations will require
new approaches to designing virtual and mobile spaces, protecting
privacy and copyrights, and ensuring information access. We must
play a leadership role in advocating for Open Access, embracing
and experimenting with new technologies, and effectively applying
technology in a higher education context.
Demonstrating Value
Rising college education costs demand greater accountability. We must
articulate and demonstrate the value and impact of the OSU Libraries
and Press for students and faculty, as well as for alumni, parents, and
other stakeholders.
Recently ranked
as one of the top
ten institutional
repositories in the
United States,
ScholarsArchive@
OSU is a key
element of Oregon
State’s Open Access
and open research
infrastructure.
