Administrators Quote by Tom Peters
“Many flagship state universities have wonderful digital libraries that are accessed by people around the world. In future, if not current, budget crises, trustees, board members, and administrators may wonder why these state institutions - with an articulated primary clientele of students, faculty, and staff members and a secondary clientele of all citizens of the state - should be spending resources on a digital library that is used by many people beyond the primary and secondary service populations.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Public Lecture on Higher Education Funding, 2015
State universities face criticism for funding digital libraries that serve a global audience beyond their core constituents.
In simple terms: Universities spend on digital libraries used worldwide.
Key Takeaway
Balance outreach with core mission.
Themes
education
budget
digital access
public good
stakeholder management
Mood
concerned
strategic
reflective
Type
analytical
policy
educational
When to use this quote
- grant proposals
- policy debates
- community outreach
- faculty research
- student services
Key Concepts
public good
resource allocation
strategic planning
Questions to Reflect On
- How can institutions justify global access while serving local needs?
- What metrics show the value of digital libraries to broader audiences?
A Different Perspective
Budget constraints may limit core services if not managed.
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