The mission of the H.V. Manning Library at Claflin University is to support and supplement the teaching-learning program of the institution at all levels. It performs this function by providing materials in various formats for use by students and faculty in their studies, instruction and research.

The library serves the following Schools of Claflin University:

•  Business
•  Education
•  Humanities & Social Sciences
•  Natural Science & Mathematics
•  Professional & Continuing Studies
•  Graduate Programs