Strategic Plan

As an Emerging Research University and the next Texas Tier One institution, The University of Texas at Arlington is focused on meeting the needs of Texas today, tomorrow, and into the future with bold solutions that will also have global impact. UTA is committed to consistently reaching higher levels of excellence.

UTA Libraries shares in the University’s commitment and have embarked on a purposeful transformation. This strategic plan offers our vision to be recognized as an academic library that creates extraordinary opportunities for learning, discovery, and innovation.

UTA Libraries is capitalizing on our established and emerging areas of excellence to deliver five ambitious strategic goals for 2020. When accomplished, the UTA Libraries goals will substantively advance the University on its path to excellence.

Strategic Goal One

UTA Libraries advances UTA scholarship and creative works.

Strategic Goal Two

UTA Libraries offers services and resources that increase academic and professional success.

Strategic Goal Three

UTA Libraries is a center for experiential learning and creativity.

Strategic Goal Four

UTA Libraries nurtures belonging and engagement and fosters collaboration and community.

Strategic Goal Five

UTA Libraries builds organizational excellence.