Health Sciences Library Annual Report (2014-2015): Overview

Health Sciences Library Annual Report (2014-2015)

The tabs above draw attention to the various service areas of the Library, each reporting on the academic year 2014-2015. Please use those tabs to browse details regarding our "Initiatives & News", "Access Services", "Public Services", "Education Services" & "Research Support".

Included below are the strategic priorities for the year 2014-2015 with status outcomes, and the strategic priorities for 2015-2016. We have an annual review process that ensures that the priorities continue to align with NOSM's Strategic Plan and the School's Performance Goals. I welcome suggestions for future priorities, or comments about this report.

Sincerely,

Patty Fink

Director, Health Sciences Library

Status of 2014-2015 Priorities:

1. Streamline and address issues with access to eResources. 
2. Develop and implement a Metadata service.   Service to be launched in 2015-2016
3. Develop and implement a library-based process for the evaluation of undergraduate medical curriculum resources. 
4. Evaluate and revise the content and delivery of the library's instructional sessions.  
5. Develop and implement a Public Relations Plan. 
6. Streamline user registration by implementing a uniform system.  Pending resolution of PhotoID system
7. Actively support NOSM's 5 year Research Plan. 
8. Implement an Archives Services Program.   Pending records management program
9. Develop and implement an Accessibility plan. 
10. Research and select an assessment tool to evaluate library services.   Suspended

  indicates complete  indicates suspended or pending

Ensure the continued growth of, and enhance accessibility to, the collection:

• Achieved by:
  • Producing a policy statement outlining access levels to electronic resources.
  • Making key terms of use for our electronic resources publicly available.
  • Identifying and reporting on pressures to the collections budget.

Support and engage in NOSM's educational programs:

• Achieved by:
  • Migrating to the newest version of LibGuides, an online learning and information-sharing tool. 
  • Implementing an electronic reserves management system.
  • Providing multi-modal library skills instruction for NOSM learners.  

Expand promotion of library resources and services:

• Achieved By:
  • Researching methods of enhancing library communication about resources and services.
  • Developing and implementing in-house tools and guidelines for promotion activities.

Create an inclusive library space that supports the needs of our users:

• Achieved by:
  • Developing a Library Spaces Report, summarizing research on the future of library spaces and recommendations for our libraries. 

Actively support NOSM in performing outstanding research:

• Achieved By:
  • Developing and implementing services to assist with: Tracking & assessing research impact; Scholarly publishing; Open Access compliance.
  • Enhancing the faculty publications database.
  • Implementing an institutional archives program.

Strengthen our role as an academic program:

• Achieved by:
  • Informing our communities about the librarians’ research endeavors.
  • Ensuring appropriate library representation on academic committee​s. 

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The Health Sciences Library Advisory Group meets bi-annually, in the fall and the spring. It's primary functions are: 

• To act as a link with the users of the Health Sciences Library
• To ensure the Health Sciences Library’s policies and procedures reflect the vision, mission and strategic goals of NOSM 
• To advise the Health Sciences Library Director in matters pertaining to: Collections, Strategic Priorities, Library Services & Facilities

A combination of ex-officio and elected representatives comprise the membership. The meetings are open to all users of the Library.