Mission
The mission of the ASAUB Library is to foster the search for knowledge and understanding in the University and the wider community. To this end, we shall provide innovative services and comprehensive access to information founded upon our developing resources as one of the leading academic research libraries in the country.
The Library collaborates in the pursuit of the University's initiatives, as expressed in the University's Strategic Plan, of excellence and distinctiveness by:
Ensuring high quality service, consultation, and comprehensive reference services to students, faculty and other clients.
Providing enhanced access to information and contributing to global, networked information resources.
Acquiring, managing, and preserving information resources in a broad range of formats.
Creating an environment conducive to learning and research.
Recognizing the importance of the library as a place on a university campus with inviting, comfortable, secure and networked spaces for learning and research.
teaching information retrieval and evaluation using current and emerging technologies.
Building an organization that fosters cultural diversity.
Providing leadership in a variety of cooperative and reciprocal programs.
Vision
The vision of the ASAUB Library is to be the heart of ASA University Bangladesh's academic and research culture, and to substantially contribute to the intellectual activities of the University. In carrying out this vision, the Library will acquire, manage, and link information resources, both physical and virtual, and will provide quality instruction to empower users to benefit from the full potential of the universe of knowledge. As more than a physical place, the Library will use state-of-the-art technology to provide information to users beyond its walls.
Uniquely positioned to fulfill this vision, the Library's information professionals will ensure that ASA University Bangladesh meets the complex information challenges of the 21st century.
Organaizational Values
In pursuit of its mission and vision, the University Library is equally committed to each of the following six core values.
Change as Opportunity: The Library values innovation, flexibility and creativity, balanced with respect for traditions and accomplishments.
Collaboration: The Library values collaboration and open communication in all of its activities.
Diversity: The Library values the diversity of its collections, staff and clients, and strives to create a climate of openness, respect, and appreciation.
Integrity: The Library acts with consistency, honesty, fairness and professionalism in its actions both within and outside of, the library.
Learning: As a learning organization, the Library values the life long pursuit of knowledge and wisdom for both the individual and organization.
Service: The Library offers service to our clients in a receptive and courteous manner to support their learning.