Committed first to Roanoke College students and the campus community, Fintel Library also serves as a resource to the surrounding community. Goals and Objectives Resources Goal- Patrons should find available appropriate archival and information resources, selected in accordance with the ALA Bill of Rights, that meet curriculum, faculty, and staff needs, and which show the richness of the College s history. These resources may be provided through purchase, electronic retrieval, borrowing, or through cooperative agreements. Patrons can access, with appropriate technologies, newly acquired materials in a timely manner and in accordance with national standards.
Patrons can access a collection that supports current academic and administrative programs.
Services Goal- Patrons should receive professional assistance in meeting their information needs from the library staff using resources within and beyond Fintel Library. Patrons have convenient access to appropriate services to complete their research. Staff Goal- Patrons should find their information needs met by capably trained library staff members. Patrons and colleagues can communicate freely and openly with the library staff. Facilities Goal- Patrons should find Fintel Library to be a comfortable, safe facility conducive to research and accessible to all.