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Library and Information Studies

The Library provides an extensive program of information literacy instruction that helps prepare students to be effective life-long learners in a rapidly changing technological environment. The abilities to find, obtain, utilize and evaluate information both ethically and effectively are essential. Information Literacy is a foundation skill that helps our students become informed members of society. Knowledge, skills and competencies in this area lead to continued growth and provide a framework for learning in all academic disciplines.

Teaching the student to function in the emerging Information Society is the goal of the Department of Library and Information Studies. Print and electronic resources are explored for a variety of subjects. The evaluation of all types of materials is stressed. Experience with information technology is integrated into each course. Competency in the area of Information Literacy is a requirement for graduation.

Departmental Liaisons

Lauren Georger Ziarko — Rare Books and Archives, American Studies, Classics/Museum Studies, German

Lynda Hanley — Education

Maureen Kindilien — Dance and Theatre, Economics/Finance/Management, Women’s Studies

Catherine Medeot — Art History, French

Paula Moskowitz — Academic Writing, Political Science and Legal Studies, Psychology, World Religions

Christina Ostroff — Biology, Physics

Elaine Provenzano — English, Italian, Spanish & Latin American Studies

Jeff Rosedale — African Studies, First Year Program, International Studies, Library, Mathematics and Computer Science, Philosophy, Sociology & Anthropology

Mary Elizabeth Schaub — Asian Studies, Chemistry, Communication, History

Kevin Sullivan — Art Studio

Nancy Bobrek — Music

Information Literacy Requirement

All undergraduates are required to take at least one 1 credit course in Information Literacy. A grade of C - or higher is needed for the graduation requirement. Students may take up to two Information Literacy courses for credit for their degree. Students should complete their Information Literacy requirement by the first semester of their junior year. An LIS course should be taken concurrently with a course that requires a research paper.

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