The Libraries' Strategic Plan is now complete, although it is very much a living, evolving document.
Thanks go out to everyone who shared their input in creating this output:
http://www.uvm.edu/~accredit/documentRoom/Libraries_Strategic_Plan_2009-2013_FINAL.pdf
Wednesday, April 15, 2009
Tuesday, March 17, 2009
Dean's Council Minutes: March 5, 2009
Present: Peter Blackmer, Susan Bishop, Marianne Burke, Selene Colburn, Tina Kussey, Jeanene Light, Birdie MacLennan, Jeffrey Marshall, Paul Philbin, Mara Saule
I. Faculty Merit Raises
Peter presented a draft proposal detailing the framework for determining faculty merit raises. The new model is an expansion of our existing model. Peter reported that the merit pool for next year is 1% of the Libraries faculty budget. It is important that we keep the merit methodology straightforward and simple. Since workload plans are used to help make merit decisions, any changes to an individuals’ workload should be indicated on their plan.
Birdie presented a document from Colorado State on “Merit Salary Criteria: One Academic Library’s Experience.” The appendix in the article could be very helpful to us. Birdie will work on adapting the language in our methodology to that in the appendix.
Evaluation levels for the proposed framework are:
1. unacceptable
2. below expectations
3. meets expectations
4. exceeds expectations
The draft guidelines will be circulated to library faculty for comment. They will then be revised and sent to the Provost’s Office. Staff guidelines for merit allocation will also be formalized.
II. Technical Services Processes
Marianne distributed a chart she developed which lists collections, technical services and patron discovery/delivery processes, with methods for upgrade, efficiency or change where known. This chart will help us to set the next steps in the reorganization and alignment of the Libraries technical services processes, creating more efficiency and avoiding redundancy. There also needs to be some distinction made between collection development processes and other technical services processes. Mara noted that we need to determine which of the collection development support processes could be centralized in one unit and which of those could remain separate. There should be a central system for scholarly stats and e-resource management.
The Serials Implementation (SIT) group has done a lot of work on serials and maintenance issues. For the next round of process planning we need to have someone additional from Dana on that group. Marianne noted that all e-books need a standard Voyager record. Since there is no A-Z list of e-books they are often hard to find, particularly if patrons think that the A-Z list is just for journals. Dana is planning to add more e-books to its collection as they continue to become an important resource. Also, the vendors’ records for books often do not have Mesh headings, which is a problem for Dana. Paul noted that Systems can work on making the e-books more easily discoverable. Mara proposed forming a small working group to work on e-books and access issues. Birdie and Marianne will form the group. Mara also asked if there was a need for periodic combined meetings of the B/H and Dana Collections Teams.
Submitted by,
Susan Bishop (in Nancy Bercaw's absence)
I. Faculty Merit Raises
Peter presented a draft proposal detailing the framework for determining faculty merit raises. The new model is an expansion of our existing model. Peter reported that the merit pool for next year is 1% of the Libraries faculty budget. It is important that we keep the merit methodology straightforward and simple. Since workload plans are used to help make merit decisions, any changes to an individuals’ workload should be indicated on their plan.
Birdie presented a document from Colorado State on “Merit Salary Criteria: One Academic Library’s Experience.” The appendix in the article could be very helpful to us. Birdie will work on adapting the language in our methodology to that in the appendix.
Evaluation levels for the proposed framework are:
1. unacceptable
2. below expectations
3. meets expectations
4. exceeds expectations
The draft guidelines will be circulated to library faculty for comment. They will then be revised and sent to the Provost’s Office. Staff guidelines for merit allocation will also be formalized.
II. Technical Services Processes
Marianne distributed a chart she developed which lists collections, technical services and patron discovery/delivery processes, with methods for upgrade, efficiency or change where known. This chart will help us to set the next steps in the reorganization and alignment of the Libraries technical services processes, creating more efficiency and avoiding redundancy. There also needs to be some distinction made between collection development processes and other technical services processes. Mara noted that we need to determine which of the collection development support processes could be centralized in one unit and which of those could remain separate. There should be a central system for scholarly stats and e-resource management.
The Serials Implementation (SIT) group has done a lot of work on serials and maintenance issues. For the next round of process planning we need to have someone additional from Dana on that group. Marianne noted that all e-books need a standard Voyager record. Since there is no A-Z list of e-books they are often hard to find, particularly if patrons think that the A-Z list is just for journals. Dana is planning to add more e-books to its collection as they continue to become an important resource. Also, the vendors’ records for books often do not have Mesh headings, which is a problem for Dana. Paul noted that Systems can work on making the e-books more easily discoverable. Mara proposed forming a small working group to work on e-books and access issues. Birdie and Marianne will form the group. Mara also asked if there was a need for periodic combined meetings of the B/H and Dana Collections Teams.
Submitted by,
Susan Bishop (in Nancy Bercaw's absence)
Monday, March 16, 2009
Dana Medical Newsletter: Looks Sharp
Check out Dana's latest newsletter!
http://dmluvm.wordpress.com/
http://dmluvm.wordpress.com/
Wednesday, March 4, 2009
The Strategic Planning Focus Group Notes
Click on this link to see the notes from the Strategic Planning Focus Groups. Comments, suggestions and concerns have been discussed and the final Strategic Plan should be ready soon.
Tuesday, February 10, 2009
Comment Box Contents
There were a total of seven "crazy" and "not so crazy" ideas in the comment box as of Tuesday, February 10.
Here are a few samples and outcomes:
1. Update the large hanging banners near the main stairway. (Will do.)
2. Bring color to the staff lounge. (Under consideration, pending funding source.)
3. Place some plants in the entry way. Even artificial plants would give a great feel and look and not require watering or care. (Although they do need dusting. But we will look into some glass art to add light and color to the area.)
Keep the comments coming!
Here are a few samples and outcomes:
1. Update the large hanging banners near the main stairway. (Will do.)
2. Bring color to the staff lounge. (Under consideration, pending funding source.)
3. Place some plants in the entry way. Even artificial plants would give a great feel and look and not require watering or care. (Although they do need dusting. But we will look into some glass art to add light and color to the area.)
Keep the comments coming!
Friday, February 6, 2009
The D&D Council Delivers a Blog
The Discovery and Delivery Council will be hosting a new blog called Discovery&Delivery@UVM. The Council will use the blog to post minutes of their meetings, news about current or upcoming activities, links to cool widgets or sites that might enhance the use of the library and its resources, and similar stuff. Note that the top-most entry refers to some book-centered social networking sites that will be placed on the UVM Libraries' Facebook page. These links will likely appear on the Facebook page sometime next week.
To get to the blog, go to http://dduvm.blogspot.com.
To get to the blog, go to http://dduvm.blogspot.com.
DEAN’S COUNCIL: Tuesday, Feb. 3, 2009
No new budget news at the time. Updates were given around the table.
· Technical Services workflow restructuring is ongoing. The Cataloging area is currently staffed by two people. In the event of absence, there may be some delays in getting materials out. Some new workflows are being implemented, other possibilities are being considered.
· The SMCV group (serials and e-resources) and other colleagues from around the libraries attended a half-day EBSCO training workshop on Jan. 30 covering the EBSCO A to Z administrative module and EBSCONET. Highlights included customizing displays, various reporting & statistical functions, and a brief introduction to the link resolver.
· Birdie attended ALA in Denver and chaired two interest group forums on: (1) vendor supplied cataloging records for European imprints and (2) cataloging standards and trends in academic libraries.
· Information and Instruction Services has been working on web content for the new site—creating Libguides, and populating the "Find Articles & More" resources section. Also, met with Systems staff and Selene to discuss populating "Spotlight on the Collections." Daisy volunteered to coordinate this effort initially, with help from Lisa Schrad and others.
· The reference desk is working out well so far in its new location. It seems more conducive to helping patrons with research and assisting them in finding resources. A new, more modular desk is on order that will match the other new furniture. It has an ADA section, as well as other features, and is slightly smaller than the current desk. There will be a smaller ready reference desk behind it. Both pieces of furniture will be installed over Spring break.
· Selene is preparing two poster sessions for the upcoming ACRL conference. Also, she has increased the frequency of newsblogging in anticipation of the new website release and is open to ideas for news items. She created Facebook & Twitter account for the Libraries. An RFP went out for a signage consultant/designer for the Libraries; we'll be doing a work through with candidates later this month. The Digital Initiatives Outreach Librarian search continues; the first two candidates will be on campus next week. Selene also been working more formally with the Development and Alumni Relations; they'll soon be scheduling follow-up meetings with Deans to discuss fund-raising priorities.
· The Serials Group has been working to make all the subscription changes for 2009. Nearly all new online titles have been activated and updated in A-Z; only a handful are still in progress. The B/H Collections Team is currently updating the Collection Development Policy, and will be working closely with Selene to develop a marketing strategy for promoting our resources.
· Technical Services workflow restructuring is ongoing. The Cataloging area is currently staffed by two people. In the event of absence, there may be some delays in getting materials out. Some new workflows are being implemented, other possibilities are being considered.
· The SMCV group (serials and e-resources) and other colleagues from around the libraries attended a half-day EBSCO training workshop on Jan. 30 covering the EBSCO A to Z administrative module and EBSCONET. Highlights included customizing displays, various reporting & statistical functions, and a brief introduction to the link resolver.
· Birdie attended ALA in Denver and chaired two interest group forums on: (1) vendor supplied cataloging records for European imprints and (2) cataloging standards and trends in academic libraries.
· Information and Instruction Services has been working on web content for the new site—creating Libguides, and populating the "Find Articles & More" resources section. Also, met with Systems staff and Selene to discuss populating "Spotlight on the Collections." Daisy volunteered to coordinate this effort initially, with help from Lisa Schrad and others.
· The reference desk is working out well so far in its new location. It seems more conducive to helping patrons with research and assisting them in finding resources. A new, more modular desk is on order that will match the other new furniture. It has an ADA section, as well as other features, and is slightly smaller than the current desk. There will be a smaller ready reference desk behind it. Both pieces of furniture will be installed over Spring break.
· Selene is preparing two poster sessions for the upcoming ACRL conference. Also, she has increased the frequency of newsblogging in anticipation of the new website release and is open to ideas for news items. She created Facebook & Twitter account for the Libraries. An RFP went out for a signage consultant/designer for the Libraries; we'll be doing a work through with candidates later this month. The Digital Initiatives Outreach Librarian search continues; the first two candidates will be on campus next week. Selene also been working more formally with the Development and Alumni Relations; they'll soon be scheduling follow-up meetings with Deans to discuss fund-raising priorities.
· The Serials Group has been working to make all the subscription changes for 2009. Nearly all new online titles have been activated and updated in A-Z; only a handful are still in progress. The B/H Collections Team is currently updating the Collection Development Policy, and will be working closely with Selene to develop a marketing strategy for promoting our resources.
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