The Library supports Columbia College Chicago and its academic programs by providing access to information resources and teaching students to evaluate and use them. Our Library has a teaching mission, and is committed to preparing our users to be lifelong learners in an information rich society. It is a gathering place for intellectual and artistic freedom and expression, where we consistently surprise and delight our community with a fierce dedication to coloring outside of the lines in support of lifelong learning.

The Columbia College Chicago Library will fulfill this mission by providing:

• Relevant, current, well-organized, efficiently maintained print & media collections and online resources in support of academic programs.
• "Collections of distinction."
• An active instruction program dedicated to information competency.
• Student-centered programming and services.
• A robust liaison program.
• A clean, well-lighted space: welcoming spaces and facilities that promote research, reflection, knowledge sharing, and collaboration.
• Virtual and physical access to resources.
• Appropriate technology to promote communication and learning.
• Effective and visionary library management.
• A knowledgeable, accessible, and engaged staff.