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The objectives of STARS are to:

1. Provide education and training opportunities which develop the professional skills and knowledge of librarians and library staff engaged in resource sharing;
2. Facilitate communication and foster collaboration among such librarians and library staff;
3. Encourage, plan and develop programs of study and research in the field;
4. Monitor developments in the field, identify common problems and recommend solutions which enhance services for all users;
5. Improve resource sharing methods, services, and products;
6. Monitor licensing and copyright concerns as they affect all aspects of resource sharing;
7. Maintain liaisons with and synthesize the activities of all units within ALA that have a bearing on resource sharing concerns;
8. Maintain liaisons with, provide a discussion forum for, and foster collaboration between librarians, library staff and vendors which support resource sharing activities.
9. Develop programs and guidelines for service to meet the needs of users;
10. Serve as an advisory body to the RUSA Board on issues affecting resource sharing.