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MISSION:<\/b><\/strong> To excel in delivering transformative, inclusive, and innovative library and information services that empower learning, enhance teaching, advance research, and inspire creativity for academic and societal growth.<\/span><\/p>\n

VISION: <\/b><\/strong>To be a leading centre of knowledge creation and intellectual leadership, driving societal transformation and sustainable development through access to information, research excellence, and innovation.<\/span><\/p>\n

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The University Library was established in 2016<\/strong> as a cornerstone of the institution\u2019s academic mission, created to support learning, teaching, and research. At its inception, the library occupied a modest space of 80 square metres<\/strong>, offering a small but carefully selected collection of books and basic reading facilities. Despite its limited size, the library quickly became an essential academic hub, nurturing a culture of reading, inquiry, and scholarly engagement among students and staff.<\/p>\n

As student enrolment grew and academic programs expanded, the need for a larger and more dynamic learning environment became evident. Responding to this growth, the library underwent a major development phase that transformed it into a modern academic facility. Today, the library covers an impressive 400 square metres<\/strong>, providing expanded reading areas, dedicated research spaces, computer workstations, and improved access to both print and digital resources.<\/p>\n

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The University Library was established in 2016<\/strong> as a cornerstone of the institution\u2019s academic mission, created to support learning, teaching, and research. At its inception, the library occupied a modest space of 80 square metres<\/strong>, offering a small but carefully selected collection of books and basic reading facilities. Despite its limited size, the library quickly became an essential academic hub, nurturing a culture of reading, inquiry, and scholarly engagement among students and staff.<\/p>\n

As student enrolment grew and academic programs expanded, the need for a larger and more dynamic learning environment became evident. Responding to this growth, the library underwent a major development phase that transformed it into a modern academic facility. Today, the library covers an impressive 400 square metres<\/strong>, providing expanded reading areas, dedicated research spaces, computer workstations, and improved access to both print and digital resources.<\/p>\n

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At Metropolitan International University (MIU)<\/strong>, the overall administration of the Library is entrusted to the University Librarian<\/strong>, in line with the Universities and Other Tertiary Institutions Act (2001)<\/em>. The University Librarian reports to the Vice-Chancellor<\/strong> through the Deputy Vice-Chancellor in charge of Academic Affairs (DVC-AA)<\/strong> and provides strategic leadership in the planning, coordination, and development of library services to support teaching, learning, and research.<\/p>\n

The University Librarian works with Deputy Librarians, Heads of Sections, and Faculty\/College Librarians to implement library policies, programmes, and regulations. Policy direction is provided by the Academic Programmes and Library Committee<\/strong>, a committee of the University Senate chaired by the DVC-AA, and composed of representatives from academic staff, the Library, students, and other stakeholders.<\/p>\n

To ensure effective operations, the MIU Library conducts its activities through several committees, including Finance, Appointments, ICTs\/Projects, Research and Staff Development, Preservation and Conservation, and Staff Welfare, all aimed at promoting quality service delivery, accountability, and continuous improvement.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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    About <\/span>the Library<\/span>