The Seventeenth International Conference on Books, Publishing & Libraries

Abstract

Academic Libraries have dealt with more change in the past twenty years than any other organization in the university; and the pace of change is only accelerating. In addition, lIbraries are challenged to prove their value in ways never encountered before. As a result we must demonstrate a closer and more vital role in student and researcher success. This study considers the impact of a variety of forces from research data management to the open access movement on the operations of the library. We address expanded roles in copyright, funder compliance, a changing workforce, the need for local and international partnerships, the growing importance of unique collections and broader ties to our communities.