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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.
Gateway PhD Program a ‘Wonderful Exploration’ Says 14th Graduate
The 14th graduate of the Gateway PhD program is celebrating the success of her research by continuing to write from her dissertation, as well as work part time as a research assistant with the doctoral program.
iSchool Awards Scholarships to 23 Students for Spring
The San José State University School of Information has awarded 23 incoming and continuing students scholarships to assist them as they pursue graduate degrees.
School of Information Student Research Journal Publishes its 16th Issue
The San José State University School of Information’s Student Research Journal has just released its 16th issue featuring contributions from SJSU lecturer and author Patrick Sweeney, former SRJ editor Stacy Andall, and Wayne State University graduate student Autumn Wetli. Contributions run the gamut from library funding, to journal article co-authorship, to archive diversity. View online and download the articles: Volume 8, Issue 2
Teens from Two States Declare Their Love and Appreciation for Alumna Lindsey Tomsu
I Love My Librarian Award Winner
A San José State University School of Information graduate was recognized as a leader in her community and the profession by the American Library Association with its I Love My Librarian award.
Alumni, Student Among the 2019 ALA Emerging Leaders
Five alumni and one student from the San José State University School of Information are among the 50 people selected by the American Library Association to participate in its Emerging Leaders Program in 2019.