Vision Statement

As the academic heart of Coastal Carolina University, the Kimbel Library and Bryan Information Commons are a dynamic partner for teaching and learning in a vibrant and organic space.

Mission Statement

The Kimbel Library and Bryan Information Commons serve as a vibrant, student-centered intellectual gathering place offering portals to information and ideas that enhance learning and research for a successful, engaging and diverse community of learners. To accomplish this mission, the Kimbel Library and Bryan Information Commons provide the resources, services, instruction and facilities essential to support the high quality teaching and engaged learning of students and faculty of Coastal Carolina University.

The Kimbel Library and Bryan Information Commons will employ highly qualified librarians and staff to develop creative and innovative technology, programming, support services, delivery methods, and real-life work opportunities for students to ensure that graduates of Coastal Carolina University are well-prepared for professional careers or graduate programs and prepared to be productive, responsible, healthy, information-literate citizens with a global perspective. (Approved January 2010)