This presentation will highlight a collaborative project between the Office of the Dean of the Faculty and the campus libraries to evaluate faculty purchasing card (p-card) subscriptions through a systematic, librarian‑led review process. Charged by the College Librarian, the Office of the Dean of the Faculty Subscriptions Working Group analyzed faculty‑acquired subscriptions to (1) identify resources that fall under the libraries’ typical collection scope—such as campuswide news platforms—and (2) flag items outside the library’s purview. The group produced a report for the Dean of the Faculty identifying opportunities for librarian liaison outreach—including promoting existing library-held subscriptions, addressing gaps in collections, and identifying emerging resource needs within academic departments—and recommending next steps for resources out of the libraries’ scope. This work directly aligns with the college’s priorities of financial sustainability and operational efficiency by ensuring thoughtful, mission‑aligned resource allocation. The project also foregrounds access and equity by examining disparities in subscription use and awareness among tenure-track and contingent faculty. By sharing this model, we articulate the libraries’ value as a strategic partner in institutional spending analysis, demonstrate effective cross‑departmental collaboration, and offer a replicable approach for campuses seeking more transparent, equitable, and sustainable stewardship of faculty‑driven resource spending.
