St. Bonaventure University

Library Assessment Sources

Library Infographic, 2025

Link to 2025 Infographic + Library Satisfaction Survey Data
Link to 2024 Infographic + Library Satisfaction Survey Data


Middle States Required Documentation Related to Libraries, 14th edition of the Standards

The following information is currently being edited:
 

STANDARD III, Criterion 4.

  • Description of the nature and breadth of library/learning resources available on-site, at branch campuses, additional locations, and other instructional sites, and electronically, with documentation that resources take into account all instructional locations and formats
  • Total library FTE staff (Available in IPEDS): 12 (5.0 Librarians, 2.0 Other Staff, 5.0 Student Assistants)
    • Data on Library Holdings
      • Total physical library collections (Available in IPEDS-Academic Libraries Survey): 419,527
      • Total electronic library collections: 280,938  
  • Policies and procedures for how the institution provides for access to and utilization of a broad range of library/learning and other information resources to support its academic programs, learners, and faculty
  • Evidence of regular assessment of the implementation of policies and procedures, with consideration of results and appropriate follow-up
  • Description of the nature and scope of bibliographic instruction, information literacy, and other programs for educating students and faculty in the use of information resources
  • Copies of formal agreements with other institutions for the use of their information resources and/or reference service

STANDARD VI, Criterion 10.

Comprehensive plans for facilities, equipment, and supplies

  • Description of physical facilities, including space for instruction, library, student support services, and administrative services