Buildings for College and University Libraries Committee

Charge

Explores the evolving nature of the role of the physical presence of the library on college and university campuses, along with the resultant physical facility implications including but not limited to new construction, remodeling, renovation, furnishings, fixtures, and equipment.

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Roster

Kris Johnson (Chair, July 1, 2023, to June 30, 2024)
Carla H. Lee (Co-Chair, July 1, 2023, to June 30, 2025)
Mrs. Janette S. Blackburn (Member, July 1, 2023, to June 30, 2024)
Lea Briggs (Member, July 1, 2023, to June 30, 2025)
Patrick Deaton (Member, July 1, 2023, to June 30, 2024)
Karen Fairbanks (Member, July 1, 2023, to June 30, 2024)
Jared Hoppenfeld (Member, July 1, 2023, to June 30, 2025)
Jeanie Lai (Member, July 1, 2023, to June 30, 2025)
Kelley Lawton (Member, July 1, 2023, to June 30, 2025)
Rhonda Gonzales Manzanares (Member, July 1, 2023, to June 30, 2025)
Sharon Murphy (Member, July 1, 2023, to June 30, 2024)
Lisa T. Nickel (Member, July 1, 2023, to June 30, 2025)
Mr. Rory Patterson (Member, July 1, 2023, to June 30, 2024)
Mr. Juan Carlos Rodriguez (Member, July 1, 2023, to June 30, 2025)
Dr. Catherine A. Rudowsky (Member, July 1, 2023, to June 30, 2024)
Sarah E. Sheehan (Member, July 1, 2023, to June 30, 2025)
Mr. David Zenk (Member, July 1, 2023, to June 30, 2024)
Jenny Levine (Staff Liaison, July 1, 2020, to June 30, 2025)

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About this Committee

Deliverables

  • Annual Conference programming, including preconference tours and/or relevant programs.

Expected Time Commitment

  • Eight hours per year in virtual meetings, ALA conferences, and program support;
  • An additional 10 hours for program co-chairs for conference calls, contacting potential speakers, preparing program application forms, and organizing program logistics.

Desired Skills, Knowledge, and Experience

  • Experience or interest in design trends; construction and renovation; library site selection; resource sharing and partnerships; building programming, planning and architecture;
  • interior space utilization and design; efficiency and sustainability;
  • Some program planning experience is preferred but not required.