Allen Memorial Library supports the discovery, evaluation, and creation of knowledge in a learner-centered environment.
Vision
Allen Memorial Library is committed to serving as the knowledge center of the VCSU campus by providing user-centered services, facilities, and collections to foster a collaborative and innovative learning environment and promote student success.
Priorities
Support the university’s vision of delivering distinctive, learner-centered experiences
Promote critical thinking, inquiry, and intellectual engagement
Provide high-quality resources, information literacy instruction, and reference services to all members of the VCSU community, both on-campus and online
Collect and promote a diverse array of learning materials and resources
Serve as a student-focused destination for reference, research, collaboration, and study
VCSU Mission and Vision
MISSION
Valley City State University is a public, regional university offering exceptional programs in an active, learner-centered community that promotes meaningful scholarship, ethical service, and the skilled use of technology. As an important knowledge resource, the University offers programs and outreach that enrich the quality of life in North Dakota and beyond. Through flexible, accessible, and innovative baccalaureate and master's programs, VCSU prepares students to succeed as educators, leaders, and engaged citizens in an increasingly complex and diverse society.
VISION
As an innovative university, we deliver distinctive, learner-centered experiences.
UNIVERSITY PURPOSES
Deliver a quality educational experience in an engaging, innovative culture and a technology-enhanced environment.
Serve the best interests of our students, region, and society.
Lead effectively in applying information media technologies for learning.
Promote the appreciation of diversity and inclusion to enrich the quality of thought, discussion, and learning.
Award degrees in education, business, and the liberal arts and sciences.
CORE VALUES
STUDENT-FOCUSED: We place students at the center of all decisions.
INNOVATIVE: We try new things to help create the future.
LEARNING-CENTERED: We develop and sustain a culture of lifelong learning.
COLLABORATIVE: We work synergistically to advance our mission.
ENGAGED: We actively participate in the collective work of the university.