Thank you to everyone who joined our first official discussion as the ACRL ULS Academic Libraries Topics & Trends Discussion Group! Our inaugural conversation focused on data, specifically on how we collect it, the challenges we encounter, how it is used, and differing perspectives on its value. The audio from the discussion was recorded and is available for those who would like to revisit the conversation or catch up if they were unable to attend.
Additionally, participants shared some great resources and citations around data collection:
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Critical Data Storytelling for Libraries: Crafting Ethical Narratives for Advocacy and Impact (Critical Cultural Information Studies series) by Kate McDowell
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Data Storytelling Toolkit for Libraries
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Scoulas, J. M., Oakleaf, M., Croxton, R., & Nackerud, S. & Varnum, K. (2025). Insights and strategies for assessing student engagement and success in academic libraries. Journal of Library Administration, 65(4), 473–488. https://doi.org/10.1080/01930826.2025.2475706
Please keep your eyes open for future discussions around emerging issues, innovations, and future directions in university libraries.
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Niki Fullmer
Educational Outreach Librarian
University of Nevada - Las Vegas
She/Her/Hers
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