Our Mission

Mission 

Wendt Library is an innovative force in facilitating the discovery, use, and communication of engineering and technical information at the University of Wisconsin-Madison and beyond.  We are committed to creating an intuitive information environment that promotes the productivity and success of our learning and research community.

Vision

Wendt Library connects students and researchers to high quality information and user-centered services anytime, anywhere.  Our expert staff is an integral part of the learning and research process, fostering the development of life-long learners.  We are leaders in the advancement of scholarly communication models that enable researchers to access and share scholarly research to enhance productivity.

Guiding Principles 

Learning-Centered Environment

Provide a physical and intellectual environment that facilitates scholarship, information literacy, intellectual freedom and life-long learning.

Service

Provide excellent and responsive service to our user communities.

Stewardship

Provide responsible stewardship and management of all the resources entrusted to our care. Foster convenient access to reliable, well-organized information regardless of format.

Change As Opportunity

Take a proactive approach to change, emphasizing creativity, flexibility and innovation.

Collaboration

Foster a collegial and trusting environment which values integrity, diversity, and open communication among staff and with our user communities.

Professional Integrity

Cultivate a work environment that incorporates professionalism and commitment to the ethics and values of librarianship.