Media

“Maximizing Value,” by Lola Alapo. Quest: Research, Scholarship, Creative Activity, Spring 2013: 10-13.

“What is the Value of the Academic LIbrary?” by Gayle Baker and Regina Mays. Library Development Review, 2011-2012.

Assessment Reports and Publications

LibQUAL

The Libraries’ have administered LibQual+ a standard measure developed by the Association of Research Libraries in 2013, 2009, 2006, 2004, and 2002.  LibQual+ has been conducted with over 1 million users at over 1000 libraries around the world.

2009 LibQUAL+ Survey

2006 LibQUAL+ Survey

Website User Focus Groups

• 2009 Website Focus Groups Report
• Project Plan
• Project Charter

General User Needs Studies

UT Libraries periodically conducts studies to better understand specific user needs.

• 2000 Libraries user Survey (78 KB PDF file)
• 1998 Libraries User Survey
• 1994 Needs Assessment

Exam Extended Hours Reports

Each semester during final exams, the UT Libraries extends its hours of operation. These reports summarize the usage statistics and patron suggestions collected during the extended hours period.

• Fall 2008 Extended Hours Report
• Fall 2007 Extended Hours Report