Abstract
In the time of digital transformation and constrained resources, academic libraries must align collections with institutional priorities. This paper presents how Victoria University of Wellington Library’s strategic approach to balancing physical collections and student needs for study space. By sharing practical approaches and lessons learnt from collection evaluation initiatives, this paper will explore how an academic library seeks to align collections with institutional goal s in a sustainable, user-cantered way. Key discussion points include collection budget and usage trends; stakeholder engagement and UX; data driven approaches; and staff capability building.
Keywords
Library collection, collection evaluation, study space, stakeholder engagement
Date of this Version
11-2025
Recommended Citation
Xiaolu Guo and Trish Wilson,
"Strategic collection management in academic libraries - balancing digital resources, print collections, and study spaces."
Proceedings of the IATUL Conferences.
Paper 11.
https://docs.lib.purdue.edu/iatul/2025/breakout/11
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Strategic collection management in academic libraries - balancing digital resources, print collections, and study spaces
In the time of digital transformation and constrained resources, academic libraries must align collections with institutional priorities. This paper presents how Victoria University of Wellington Library’s strategic approach to balancing physical collections and student needs for study space. By sharing practical approaches and lessons learnt from collection evaluation initiatives, this paper will explore how an academic library seeks to align collections with institutional goal s in a sustainable, user-cantered way. Key discussion points include collection budget and usage trends; stakeholder engagement and UX; data driven approaches; and staff capability building.