The DiMenna-Nyselius Library empowers the members of our community in the development of their whole person, including their intellectual, psychological, spiritual, and professional exploration; their growth as critical thinkers; their endeavors as knowledge creators; and their quest for lifelong fulfillment.

We strive to:

Engage our community to develop their curiosity, creativity, and reasoning, and to explore new viewpoints;
Provide equitable access to collections and resources that are vital, relevant, and diverse;
Advance ideals of academic integrity, information literacy, and the ethical use of information;
Preserve University history and incorporate the many voices and stories that contribute to the development of our identity as an institution;
Cultivate inclusive and welcoming physical and digital spaces for focused study, collaboration, and community engagement;
Prepare our community to be socially responsible citizens who actively engage with the world beyond the University, as people for and with others.