Learning Commons Planning Committee Outcomes

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Recommendations and reports from the Learning Commons Planning Committee. Updates will be posted here as they become available.

December 2019
Library of the Future White Paper

August 2021
Library Services Mission, Vision, and Strategic Plan

August 2022
MavPASS creates service office in Library lower level

September 2023
Writing Center moves services to Library main floor
Athletics study sessions held on Library main floor
Maverick Success Program study sessions held in lower level

January 2023
Physical Collection Reduction Project

October 2023
Learning Commons Overview and Phases
Presentation to Expanded Cabinet

March 2024
Memorial Library Master Plan

August 2024
Undergraduate Research Center moves to Library second floor
Math, Science, and Business tutoring services move to main floor
IT Solutions Service Point opens at the Library Reference Desk.
Desk renamed to:“Ask Us: Information, Research, and Technology"

March 2025
Presentation to Campus Community

December 2025
Library General Collection Deselection Project Completed.
Government Documents Collection relocated.
Data Visualization Computer Pods Installed on main floor.
Undergraduate Research Poster Display installed on second floor.
Learning Workshops initiated by Center for Academic Success

January 2026
IT Solutions Center opens on Main Floor.
Tutoring Services relocated on Main Floor in former Government Documents Area.
Icons to designate services on web page, banners, and promotional literature created.

Comprehensive Academic Plan: The Comprehensive Academic Plan (CAP) focuses on four areas: Academic Program Development and Portfolio Management, Community Context, Student Experience and Pedagogies, and Faculty and Staff Engagement and Support. The goals align with broader institutional goals related to high impact practices and attainment of equitable outcomes. The Learning Commons project is a key outcome of the CAP.