Library's shift from storage to a learning-centre

What is it about?

In Kuopio University Hospital KUH) Medical Library a smaller space has led to a revised collection policy. Reliable delivery from print resources is crucial. Due to the merger of two universities’ collections to one multi-campus collection and to quick delivery service from the National Repository Library as well as good logistic services the library is able to provide the customers with a possibility to use wide collections even if the own print-collections are small. Small visible collections can be a challenge as the shelves are few. Creating awareness through marketing is essential. Campaigns, QR codes, big screens, user education, social media and everyday individual guidance are among the tools of creating wider awareness.

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Why is it important?

Libraries have changed due to many things, one of them being the shift from printed to electronic resources. Libraries become learning centres, providing more space for customers and less for stacks. Though information seeking habits have changed, especially students need places for studying and group work.