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Support for Adequate Resources for CSU Libraries
AS-3000-11/AA/FGA (Rev)
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RESOLVED: That the Academic Senate of California State University (ASCSU) acknowledge the
recent findings summarized in the report entitled “CSU Libraries: Revisiting the
Standards”, submitted to the CSU Council of Library Directors on December 3, 2010.
The key findings of this report include: that CSU libraries continue to be more heavily
utilized by students and faculty than libraries at other institutions; that CSU libraries
remain seriously understaffed, with only one campus meeting the current FTES staffing
guideline established by the Policies and Standards for CSU Campus Library Facilities
of the CSU Administrative Manual; that seventeen CSU campus libraries lack adequate
assignable square ft. as prescribed by current guidelines; that system-wide collections
remain at 64% of the size prescribed in current guidelines; and that only two libraries
meet collection standards based on current FTES; and be it further
RESOLVED: That the ASCSU reaffirm its commitment and support for adequate and sustainable
funding of CSU Libraries e.g., AS-2535-01/AA “Support for Library Funding” and AS-2779-06/FGA (Rev) “Library Resource Needs for All Undergraduate and Graduate
Programs”; and be it further
RESOLVED: That the ASCSU commend CSU administration for continuing to recognize the value of
library resources and services by repeatedly including requests for additional library
funds within the annual CSU proposed budget package; and be it further
RESOLVED: That the ASCSU recognize that CSU Libraries serve not only as informational resources
but also as physical environments where students, faculty and staff work collaboratively
to promote learning and research; and be it further
RESOLVED: That the ASCSU reaffirm the centrality of libraries to any system-wide effort at student
retention and success; faculty development in teaching, scholarship and research; and
advancements in outreach and service to our communities; and be it further
RESOLVED: That the ASCSU distribute this resolution to the CSU Board of Trustees, the CSU
Chancellor, CSU Campus Presidents and Provosts/VPAA, CSU Council of Library
Directors, CSU Campus Senate Chairs, Chair and Vice Chairs of the Budget and
Education Committee of the California Senate, Chair and Vice Chairs of the Budget and
Higher Education Committee of the California Assembly, The President Pro Tempore
and the Republican Leader of the California Senate, The Speaker and the Minority Floor
Leader of the California Assembly, and The Governor of California.
RATIONALE: A fully operational library lies at the very heart of the academic
enterprise. CSU libraries must be properly staffed and properly supported if the CSU is
to fulfill its mission of teaching, research, and community engagement.
Recent budget reductions have impaired the ability of CSU libraries to execute their
strategic plans and to fulfill their daily obligations. Currently, 17 libraries have space deficits totaling nearly 1.2 million assignable square feet (ASF), a significant increase
from a deficit of about 500,000 ASF in 1998. Although recent additions have increased
system-wide collections by two million volumes, as of 2009 CSU libraries held 11
million volumes less than required by the formulas outlined in the Policies and
Standards for CSU Campus Library Facilities of the CSU Administrative Manual. 63%
of CSU libraries have fewer librarians than comparison institutions; and these staffing
shortfalls are disrupting the ability of CSU libraries to provide information technologies
and support for learning management systems. Contrary to common perception, the
proliferation of electronic resources does not diminish, but in fact augments, the need
for qualified and available staff to assist students and faculty.
Approved Unanimously – March 17-18, 2011
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