Mission

The College Library exists to support the philosophy, vision and mission of the Ilocos Sur Polytechnic State College and the goals and objectives of the different Colleges, providing excellent library services on behalf of instruction, research, extension, production, and other scholarly activity. To this end the Library works closely with the faculty, staff and students of the college to achieve its goal and objectives, specified below.

Goal

Provide the best possible access to relevant information within a suitable environment. In pursuit of this goal, development efforts revolve on two major thrusts: 1) development of the Library collection focusing on subject areas which support new academic program and new areas or research, and 2) computerization of Library resources and services for faster access to the Library’s holdings.

Objectives

Develop and maintain appropriate collections of print, non-print, and electronic resources in support of ongoing College functions;

Provide instruction in library and information literacy skills aimed at facilitating research and developing an individual’s ability to select, evaluate and use information resources

Use technology to improve the delivery of programs, services and resources;

Promote library and information services and resources to faculty, students and staff;

Develop and provide facilities that promote effective study and research; ensure appropriate storage, maintenance and preservation of information resources; enhance staff productivity and collaboration; and serve as a community gathering place for the exchange of ideas;

Cooperate with other libraries, museums and historical societies in the province, region and nation in increasing the availability of resource materials;

Encourage the habit of reading and the use of libraries in order to develop students’ potential for self-education and intellectual development for lifelong education;

Administer ongoing analysis, planning and assessment to ensure effective stewardship of library resources and enhance the Library’s ability to meet its mission and goals.

About Library

The College library provides information and ideas that are fundamental to functioning successfully in today’s information and knowledge-based society. The College library equips students with life-long learning skills and develops the imagination, enabling them to live as responsible citizens. The ISPSC Institute of Technology-library aims to support the learning of the students and acts as a support and inspiration to the teaching of the faculty.