Library Partners Program

Mission

Marshall University Libraries' Partners Program was created to establish formal, ongoing relationships between the Library and Marshall University departments, schools and programs. The goal of the program is to foster dialogue between the Library and academic programs it supports. This dialogue will enhance the Library's understanding of user needs, promote integration of information literacy into the curricula, and support collection development activities. The program matches a library faculty member (partner) with a department faculty member (library liaison).

Library Liaison Guide

As increased expenses continue to be a challenge, we ask that purchases be restricted to items that are essential for teaching and research. Although purchases are limited, the Library Liaison Program is one way to assure that the best possible services are provided to faculty, students, and staff.

Overview of Library Partners Services

Research consultation or expert referral to Library faculty, staff or resources
Customized instruction for:
- small groups of faculty
- departments
- classes
Updates on new Library resources
Help with computer access to Library systems and databases
Individual assistance with database searching
Creation of customized web research pathfinders for classes

Role of Department Library Liaisons

Liaisons are appointed by the department heads and have these three functions:

Serve as the departmental contact for library communication.
Work with the Collection Development Librarian to coordinate acquisition and collection development.
Facilitate the purchase request process as well as other departmental library needs or services.

Library Liaison Purchasing Guidelines

Purchase requests must be submitted using the online form

Please order only those items that are essential to research or teaching
Order fulfillment is based on available funds
Be sure to complete the form in its entirety
Upon receipt and processing of the requested material, faculty will be notified that the item is available for checkout
In the event that the requested material cannot be purchased, the requestor will be notified

Acquisitions and Collection Development Contacts

Hours: 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., Monday – Friday

Technical Service Department, 3^rd Floor Rear, Drinko Library

Order Status: Karen Greybill 696-6564

Other Questions: Christine Lewis 696-4356

Collection Development and Acquisitions Home

Last update: 4-24-05