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Dr. Anthony Bernier Awarded Second Grant for First-Generation Research Project; Elected Chair of Library History Round Table
San José State University School of Information Professor Anthony Bernier recently celebrated two landmark achievements: he was awarded the 2019 Association for Library and Information Science Education’s research grant, and he was elected to serve as chair of the American Library Association’s Library History Round Table.
Three iSchool Students Recognized for Commitment to Serving Spanish-Speaking Communities
REFORMA Scholarships Affirm Librarianship Career Goals
Luisa Leija, Cynthia Cortes and Renee Torres, three San José State University School of Information graduate students, were recently awarded scholarships by REFORMA, the National Association to Promote Library and Information Services to Latinos and Spanish speakers, recognizing their contributions to the field and their commitment to the organization’s mission.
Dr. Michele Villagran Receives 2019 Research and Scholarship Grant for Cutting-Edge Cultural Intelligence Project
The School of Information at San José State University is excited to announce that Assistant Professor Michele Villagran was awarded the 2019 Academic Law Libraries Special Interest Section’s Research and Scholarship Grant for her proposed project: Examination of Cultural Intelligence within Academic Law Librarians.
iSchool Students Awarded SCALL Scholarships to Advance Their Pursuit of Law Librarianship
Three students of the School of Information at San José State University received 2019 Southern California Association of Law Libraries (SCALL) Scholarships: Havilah Steinman, Rachel Galindo, and Jimmy Pak.
iSchool Awards Scholarships to 34 Students for Fall 2019
The San José State University School of Information has awarded 34 incoming and continuing students scholarships totaling $48,348 to assist them as they pursue graduate degrees. Each award is valued at $1,422.
iSchool’s New Informatics Program Awarded $50,000 California State University Innovation Grant
The San José State University College of Professional and Global Education has awarded the School of Information a two-year California State University Innovation Grant in the amount of $50,000 for its Master of Science in Informatics program, launching this fall.
A dynamic interdisciplinary field, informatics emphasizes analyzing and managing data while making that data secure and actionable for users within the specific domains of health, cybersecurity and privacy, and sports.
School of Information Student Research Journal Publishes its 17th Issue
The 17th issue of the San José State University School of Information’s Student Research Journal is now available online.
Three iSchool Faculty Members Receive ‘Highly Deserving’ Promotions
In honor of their significant contributions to the San José State University School of Information, three faculty members recently received notable promotions: Dr. Kristen Rebmann, Dr. Michelle Chen, and Dr. Tonia San Nicolas-Rocca.
Exceptional School of Information Students Awarded $23,800 in Endowed Scholarships
Every spring, the San José State University School of Information awards scholarships endowed or donated by faculty members, students, alumni and friends to exemplary students enrolled in the Master of Library and Information Science or Master of Archives and Records Administration degree program.
iSchool Professor Emeritus Inducted into SLA Hall of Fame
San José State University School of Information Professor Emeritus Dr. Bill Fisher will be inducted into the Special Libraries Association’s Hall of Fame for his “service and contributions to the association.”
MLIS Student Appointed as Ninth Editor-In-Chief of Double-Blind Peer Reviewed Student Research Journal
San José State University School of
Information’s Student Research Journal announces a new
editor-in-chief has been appointed for the 2019-2020 academic
year. Greta Snyder, a graduate student in the Master of Library
and Information Science degree program, is the journal’s ninth
editor-in-chief.
Four Graduating Students Culminate their iSchool Experience with Awards for Excellence
The San José State University School of Information has recognized four graduating students for their exceptional work. Congratulations Karen Bliss, Victor Betts, Caryn Neiswender, and Jennifer Castle!
Visionary Librarian Luis Herrera to Deliver Convocation Speech at iSchool’s Virtual Graduation Celebration
Luis Herrera, city librarian emeritus at San Francisco Public Library, has been a champion of public libraries throughout his career of more than 40 years. His delivery of the convocation speech at San José State University School of Information’s virtual graduation celebration is sure to be a highlight that inspires students of the graduating class.
iSchool Director Sandra Hirsh to Lead Global Research Organization
Hirsh Voted President-Elect of Association of Library and Information Science Education
San José State University School of Information Director Sandra Hirsh, a long-time member of the Association of Library and Information Science Education, has been voted president-elect of the organization.
New Group Aims to Help First-Generation Students Navigate Grad School and Beyond
For students who come from families where no precedent has been set for higher education, the San José State University School of Information’s newest student group supports them with their graduate school and professional experiences.
Haycock Award Winner Christensen Will Deliver Graduation Speech
Graduating Master of Library and Information Science student JonLuc Christensen has been selected to receive the Ken Haycock Award for Exceptional Professional Promise and will be the student speaker for the San José State University School of Information’s virtual graduation celebration.
Sarraf Graduates from Gateway PhD Program
Dr. Niloufar Sarraf is the 15th student to graduate from the San José State University-Queensland University of Technology Gateway PhD program.
iSchool Director Sandra Hirsh Named UCLA’s Distinguished Alumna
Recognized for her significant accomplishments in the library profession and contributions to the advancement of the library and information studies field, Dr. Sandra Hirsh is the 2019 winner of the University of California, Los Angeles’ Library and Information Studies Distinguished Alumni Award.
iSchool Alumnus, Lecturer Wins ‘40 Under 40′ Award for Library Advocacy
San José State University School of Information alumnus and lecturer, Patrick “PC” Sweeney, was recognized as a “40 Under 40” award winner by the American Association of Political Consultants.
iSchool and LYRASIS Partner to Expand Continuing Education Courses
The San José State University School of Information and LYRASIS Learning are now offering professional development and training courses to meet the needs of information professionals.
LYRASIS Learning is an education platform for webinars on subjects, such as content solutions, leadership and emerging trends, preservation solutions and technology. iSchool instructors will be teaching courses through the partnership.
iSchool Alumna Receives ‘Huge Honor’ by National Publication
2019 Library Journal Mover & Shaker
A graduate of the San José State University School of Information was recently named a 2019 “Mover & Shaker” Advocate by Library Journal. The prestigious distinction recognizes how “powerful” librarians are to the information profession and the communities they serve.
2019 iSchool Faculty and Staff Awards Highlight ‘Invaluable, Indispensable’ Efforts
The San José State University School of Information has recognized the exceptional instruction and contributions made by faculty and staff members at the 2019 awards reception.
Dr. Michelle Chen was named Outstanding Professor for her laudable teaching, publication and presentation record, according iSchool Director Dr. Sandra Hirsh.
Assistant Professor Michele Villagran Raises Awareness of Diversity and Biases
One of the San José State University School of Information’s newest faculty members, Dr. Michele Villagran, has authored two chapters in a recently published book and will be speaking at several professional conferences in coming months addressing diversity and biases.
iSchool Offering an Open Online Course on Blockchain Technology
The San José State University School of Information has developed a massive open online course on the subject of blockchain technology to begin March 11, 2019.