Chief Collection Development Officers of Large Research Libraries Interest Group
Charge
Discusses the various collection development and collection management issues of concern to large research libraries, especially issues affecting diverse collections that support a broad spectrum of instructional, research, and cultural programs. Provide sa forum for the exchange of information on new developments, techniques, challenges, and opportunities in managing library collections, as well as seeking opportunities for collaboration and cooperation to increase the effectiveness and efficiencies of support for our institutions.
This interest group is part of Core's Metadata and Collections Section.
Roster
Gene R. Springs
(Chair, July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026)
Mia Blixt-Shehan
(Staff Liaison, July 1, 2024, to June 30, 2050)
Thomas Ferren
(Staff Liaison, July 1, 2024, to June 30, 2050)
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Resources
- View this group in ALA Connect, where anyone can join it.
- View this group's activity reports.
Activities
The group's conveners have committed to providing the following activities throughout the year:
- Facilitate year-round discussion in the ALA Connect group;
- Hold a virtual program or discussion during the year (not as part of a conference).
Get Involved
Interest group members do not need to be members of Core, or even of ALA. Anyone with an ALA account can join a Core interest group in ALA Connect. Conveners must be Core members, but anyone can join or leave an interest group at any time.
