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Mission Statement

The Charles H. Trout Library is committed to the following goals:

To strengthen and provide access to a diverse collection of print and digital resources that support the College's academic programs and meet the information and technology needs of the entire College community.

To instruct in the use of this collection, with particular emphasis on Information Literacy, and to promote equitable access to library resources and services, ensuring that every student develops the research strategies and skills necessary to foster lifelong learning.

About Dr. Charles H. Trout

Dr. Charles H. Trout

1935–2006

Charles Hathaway Trout was born on November 3, 1935, in Seattle. He earned his bachelor’s degree from Amherst College and his master’s and Ph.D. from Columbia University. His doctoral work on Boston during the Great Depression became the basis for his 1977 book, Boston, the Great Depression, and the New Deal.

Dr. Trout served as President of Harcum College from 2002 to 2006. During his tenure, he established the Nursing Program and revitalized the College’s athletic programs.

In recognition of his contributions, Harcum College dedicated the Charles H. Trout Library in his memory on October 11, 2013.