Directorate Overview
Vision: To be a center of academic excellence by providing accessible, innovative, and high-quality information resources that support teaching, learning, and research in Ethiopia.
Mission: To provide comprehensive access to knowledge, foster a culture of reading, and support research, learning, and innovation for our entire community.
Key Services & Responsibilities
Primary functions and strategic operations
Material Acquisition
Selecting and acquiring the latest medical textbooks, reference books, and academic materials required for all courses.
Cataloguing & Classification
Properly organizing and preserving library resources using international standards for easy retrieval and access.
Circulation Services
Managing the borrowing and returning of printed materials to ensure equitable access for students and staff.
Reference & Information
Providing expert assistance in searching, evaluating, and using information effectively for academic success.
User Education
Teaching information literacy skills to help students navigate complex digital and printed research databases.
Resource Maintenance
Ensuring the longevity of physical collections and the continuous uptime of digital library platforms.
Digital Library Access
Providing comprehensive access to international journals, research articles, and e-book databases.
Study & Research Spaces
Offering quiet, comfortable, and conducive environments optimized for deep study and scholarly research.
Reading Promotion
Fostering a culture of lifelong reading and scholarly engagement across the college community.
Reporting & Documentation
Maintaining accurate records of library usage and reporting on the growth of institutional knowledge assets.
Strategic Objectives
The Directorate is guided by the following core objectives to support the College’s academic mission:
- Provide textbooks, reference books, and academic materials required for all courses.
- Properly classify and preserve books and materials for easy retrieval.
- Teach students how to search, evaluate, and use information effectively.
- Ensure equal and easy access to both printed and digital resources.
- Offer quiet and comfortable spaces for study and research.
- Offer access to journals, research articles, and international databases.
- Encourage students to develop regular reading habits and academic integrity.
Future Development Plans
We are continuously evolving to meet the digital demands of modern health education:
- Expand physical reading spaces and specialized study rooms.
- Significantly increase access to premium e-books and online journals.
- Participate in national and international library collaboration networks.
- Develop a robust institutional digital repository for all college research outputs.