O&E Library Liaisons

Outreach and Engagement Librarians liaise with academic divisions. They provide instruction, reference, and collection development services for the community. Faculty, staff, and students can contact their librarian for help with research and more. 

What can your liaison do for you?

• Serve as your department's first point of contact for information about library collections, services, events, and policies.
• Partner with faculty to build a strong collection that supports your curriculum.
• Meet with faculty one-on-one to discuss your information needs.
• Provide a customized tour of either Case or Cooley library. 

The Library liaison may also provide reference consultations and information literacy instruction. Such activities include:

• Working collaboratively with teaching faculty to develop students' capabilities with finding, using, and evaluating information in your discipline.
• Providing general research assistance to you and your students.
• Providing assistance in using specialized databases in your field.
• Creating research guides for particular classes.

How can faculty assist the Library?

• Invite your liaison to departmental meetings.
• Share information about your program with your liaison.
• Tell us if you have library related needs, concerns, or suggestions.
• Suggest materials for purchase to support new and existing courses.
• Consult with your liaison when considering a brand new course. Are sufficient resources available to support the new course?
• Talk to your liaison about incorporating technology and information literacy in your classes.
• Encourage new hires in your department to meet with their library liaison.