Mid-Year Collections Report
As we reach the midpoint of the fiscal year, we are pleased to provide an update on the library’s ongoing collection investments. The total anticipated budget for collections in FY25 is $2,955,081. From September 1, 2024, to February 28, 2025 (Qtr.1-Qtr. 2), the library spent approximately $1,284,787 of the total anticipated budget which represents 43.5% of the collections budget.
Key Acquisitions
This period, the library focused on renewing several highly utilized resources, including e-journals, e-books, and databases from esteemed publishers such as Wiley, Elsevier, the American Chemical Society, and the New England Journal of Medicine, among others.
In addition to these renewals, the library has also invested in essential operational collection fees, such as hosting, copyright, and consortia participation fees. These expenses are essential for maintaining access to key digital resources, supporting legal compliance, and ensuring continued participation in resource-sharing agreements with other academic libraries and consortia.
Furthermore, the library successfully fulfilled four resource requests submitted through the Suggest a Resource form, further strengthening our collection based on the specific needs of our users.
Approximately 43.5% of the anticipated budget spent
| Resource Type | Total Amount Spent Q1 & Q2 | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| eBooks | $76,080.43 | 6% |
| eJournals | $942,886.12 | 73% |
| Databases | $205,467.49 | 16% |
| Operational | $60,353.24 | 5% |
Total Spend for Q1 and Q2: $ 1,284,787.28
Looking ahead, the library plans to fully utilize the remaining allocated library collections budget by the end of the fiscal year. Our primary focus will be on renewing highly utilized electronic resources and making strategic investments that align with our budget parameters. In addition, we are always exploring new partnerships and consortia opportunities to enhance our offerings and provide greater collaborative access to scholarly materials.
The library remains committed to supporting students, healthcare professionals, and researchers by providing the most current, evidence-based resources to enhance the goals and aspirations of our institution.
For questions about Resource Management, contact Andrea Schorr, Associate Director of Resource Management, at schorr@uthscsa.edu.
Contributed by Andrea Schorr, Associate Director of Resource Management and Dana Whitmire, Electronic Resources Librarian.