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Representing nearly 8,500 individuals and libraries, the Association of College and Research Libraries (ACRL), the largest division of the American Library Association, develops programs, products, and services to help those working in academic and research libraries learn, innovate, and lead within the academic community. Founded in 1940, ACRL is committed to advancing learning, transforming scholarship, and creating diverse and inclusive communities.
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ACRL provides members with meaningful opportunities to become active in the profession. Our members give back to the association and gain essential experience in return.
As a member of the academic and research library community, you are motivated by the extraordinary possibilities that higher education offers, dedicating your career to improving our educational systems.
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Love your librarian? Of course you do!
Nominate your librarian for this year's I Love My Librarian Award. They could receive $5,000 and the recognition of a lifetime. Nominations are due September 30!
ACRL's live webcasts and multi-week online courses are designed to meet the demands of your schedule and budget. ACRL online learning helps fund advocacy, research, and continuing education programs for the academic library community worldwide.
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2024 ACRL/Core Academic Library Facilities Survey
All academic libraries are invited to participate in this survey to contribute to a better understanding of current library facilities, including access, shared spaces, and use of space, as well as future space needs.
Only one response should be submitted per institution. Email invitations were sent to all contacts who usually receive ACRL’s Trends & Statistics Survey. If you did not receive an email invitation with a unique link, your institution can complete the survey using this link.
Please contact acrlbenchmark@ala.org if you have any questions about the survey.
Answer questions like:
- What proportion of academic libraries share space with other campus partners?
- What proportion of library seats have computer work stations?
- What proportion of square footage is devoted to collections, public spaces, or staff workspaces?
- What are the top needs for academic library spaces in the next five years?