making it difficult to obtain up-to-date and reliable information for coursework, projects, and research activities. Shortage of Staff – The library is facing a shortage of staff, which affects our ability to provide timely service and ensure a conducive study environment. With fewer staff available, tasks such as managing resources, monitoring the space, and enforcing policies have become more challenging, leading to delays and a less satisfactory experience for library users. Noise During Busy Hours – Noise levels have become a significant issue, particularly during peak hours. Despite the library’s goal of providing a quiet study environment, disru ptions from group discussions and classrooms scheduled within the LRC building have affected students seeking a focused space. The limited staff available for monitoring during these periods makes enforcing quiet space policies challenging, resulting in a less conducive environment for study and research.
ACADEMIC SUPPORT
Library Instruction Services and Activity The University Library’s instruction program promotes information literacy by helping students develop essential research skills and effectively use electronic and print resources. Over the past year, students participated in self-guided tutorials, in-person workshops, and virtual sessions. Activities included research skills workshops, subject-specific orientations, library tours, a library scavenger hunt, and one-on-one research consultations — all designed to support coursework and strengthen students’ ability to find and evaluate information.
INSTRUCTION SESSIONS PROVIDED BY LIBRARIANS
Number of instruction sessions provided Total attendance at instruction sessions
56
1,345
Reference Services Reference services are among the library’s most important and effective services. At the University Library, the Reference Desk is staffed by full-time librarians for 40 hours each week during the spring and fall academic semesters. These key services help library users locate and utilize information. Library staff assist by guiding users through resources, finding materials, and answering various questions.
REFERENCE SERVICES
Directional Services Instructional Services Research Services
7,942 4,787
282
Circulation Services Library staff are responsible for monitoring the physical condition and security of the facilities, as well as managing the library’s collections. Their duties include ensuring that materials are correctly shelved, overseeing the check-out and check-in processes, and maintaining an organized system for resource accessibility.
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