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iSchool Graduate Lands Job at Georgetown University Law Center
iSchool alumna Carole Prietto, ‘13 MLIS, was recently hired as the archivist for the Georgetown University Law Center, where she is responsible for collecting, preserving and providing access to the institutional history of the law center.
Magical and Whimsical Pinterest Boards Earn Scholarships for Incoming iSchool Students
Creativity and passion abound in Pinterest boards created by the five winners of the Director’s Scholarship for Excellence for new students who are beginning the iSchool’s MLIS program in spring 2017.
Careers, Digital Literacy, and Makerspaces Themes for Library 2.017 Online Conferences
The Library 2.017 Worldwide Virtual Conference kicks off March 29 with a look at the evolving information profession and how libraries can continue to thrive in our future society. Two more topical mini-conferences will follow in June and October.
New Book on School Librarianship Dedicated to Former iSchool Director
A new book of compiled essays on school librarianship written by renowned scholars in the field and edited by iSchool instructor Dr. Sue Alman is dedicated to former iSchool director Dr. E. Blanche Woolls.
iSchool Alumnae Receive ALA’s 2016 I Love My Librarian Award
Making a difference in our communities, inspiring a love for literature, creating innovative programming…these are the reasons why SJSU iSchool alumnae Lia Kharis Hillman and Olga Valencia Cardenas are 2016 I Love My Librarian Award winners!
iSchool Associate Professor Awarded Grant that Will Expand Libraries’ Internet Access to Underserved Communities
A recently awarded $250,000 grant to a San José State University School of Information faculty member will enormously expand the benefits libraries provide to their respective communities via a potentially groundbreaking communications project.
SJSU iSchool Instructor Publishes Book on National Security
Intelligence, national security and information policy are explored in a recently published book co-written by iSchool instructor Dr. Susan Maret. These same topics are also covered in several courses she teaches in the MLIS program.
iSchool Alumnae Elected to California Library Association
Three MLIS degree program alumnae were elected to the California Library Association’s leadership board. Congratulations to president-elect Dolly Goyal and board of directors Genesis Hansen and Heather Cousin!
iSchool Director Keynotes IFLA Webinar on Global Professional Development
iSchool Director Dr. Sandra Hirsh gave a keynote speech earlier this month addressing the findings of a case study on the impact of the Library 2.0 Worldwide Virtual Conference series.
iSchool Students, Alumni Receive CLA Scholarships and Awards
Seven San José State University School of Information students and graduates were among the recipients of the California Library Association’s 2016 scholarships and awards. Congratulations!
SJSU iSchool Lecturer Published in American Libraries Magazine
iSchool lecturer Jennnifer Velasquez discusses the importance of making teens feel valued and welcome at libraries in her article that was recently published in the annual design issue of American Libraries.
Dr. Franks Publishes Article on Electronic Content Management
Professor Patricia Franks, PhD, shares her expertise on electronic content management systems and integrated solutions like SharePoint Online in a recent issue of Information Management.