Research, Collection Development, User Education and Archives Research User surveys are done as well as other research important for the effective functioning of the Medunsa Library. A librarian monitors the collection to ensure that it is developed in a systematic and balanced manner. Recommendations for the purchase of library material are obtained from academic staff and the librarian also selects certain material in consultation with other library departments. Various courses are presented to students and staff, including an eight-period course for all first year students. The collection development librarian is responsible for user education and is assisted by professional staff from other library departments.
Pamphlets explaining library facilities and services are also available.
The Medunsa Archives is housed in the library and a wide variety of material is collected, including agendas and minutes of committees, newsletters and other university publications, circulars, photographs, news clippings and theses.