Southeastern Oklahoma State University provides an environment of academic excellence that enables students to reach their highest potential. By having personal access to excellent teaching, challenging academic programs, and extracurricular experiences, students will develop skills and habits that promote values for career preparation, responsible citizenship, and lifelong learning.

In conjunction with the University’s Mission Statement, the Library at Southeastern offers the following mission statement:

The Henry G. Bennett Library at Southeastern Oklahoma State University will support the University’s curriculum by providing a vital, information-rich environment that will enhance faculty development and student learning by:

1.  Providing an opportunity to succeed through a challenging, learner-centered academic environment.

2.   Promoting information and critical thinking skills that are essential to confident, independent learners;

3.   Striving for a balanced, current, and relevant collection of resources in both traditional and electronic formats that provide professional, academic and career-oriented information to meet the changing needs of the workforce;

4.   Providing a model of excellence for the University and local community through our quality of service;

5.   Presenting a system of governance that provides reliable information and, as appropriate, involves the faculty and students in the decision-making process;

6.   Using assessment to improve student learning and effective teaching.

Contact Information:

Henry G. Bennett Memorial Library | Southeastern Oklahoma State University 1405 N. 4^th Ave. Durant, Oklahoma 74701-0609 | Phone: (580) 745-2932 | Direct Comments or questions about this page to Kathryn Plunkett kplunkett@se.edu | Updated August 10, 2009