About Forsyth Library
Mission Statement
Forsyth Library is a university partner in delivering accessible quality education and developing engaged global citizens and leaders.
Vision Statement
The vision of Forsyth Library is to provide the highest quality service to all learning communities. Within this vision, the Library endeavors to provide:
- the highest standards of professionalism
- a unique knowledge- and technology-driven learning environment
- the creation of content through the use of digital resources and collaborative partnerships
- the collection, preservation and delivery of scholarly information
- a culture that supports life-long learning
- instruction about the effective searching and ethical use of information
Values Statement
Forsyth Library retains the following core values:
- social, civic, and professional engagement
- recognition of the changing needs of the learner
- intellectual freedom
- support of faculty and student research
Strategic Plan
The strategic plan for Forsyth Library is a dynamic outline of our work with the understanding that projects and priorities will necessarily change over the ten-year span of the plan. The themes and strategies embody our mission and values. The accompanying actions are organized under six strategic themes that connect with the goals of the university’s strategic plan.
Annual Report
History
Learn about the history of Forsyth Library from this excerpt from "Lighthouse on the Plains" by Dr. James Forsythe.
Hours
Building Hours
Spring Semester
Mon-Thurs: 7:30am-7:30pm
Fri: 7:30am-5pm
Sat: Closed
Sun: 1-5pm
Online Research Help
Spring Semester
Mon-Thurs: 8am-9pm
Fri: 8am-5pm
Sat: 10am-5pm
Sun: 1pm-9pm
Contact Us
Main Phone
785-628-4434
Research Phone
Call: 785-639-6180
Text: 785-527-9483
Email
refserv@fhsu.edu
