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.
Roster
Jared Hoppenfeld
(Co-Chair, July 1, 2025, to July 31, 2026)
Rhonda G. Manzanares
(Co-Chair, July 1, 2025, to July 31, 2026)
Lea Briggs
(Member, July 1, 2025, to July 31, 2026)
Mr. Alexander Cohen
(Member, July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2027)
Ms. Heidi Greenberg
(Member, July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2027)
Ms. Catherine R. Johnson
(Member, July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2027)
Kelley Lawton
(Member, July 1, 2025, to July 31, 2026)
Mr. Juan Carlos Rodriguez
(Member, July 1, 2025, to July 31, 2026)
Sarah E. Sheehan
(Member, July 1, 2025, to July 31, 2026)
Thomas Ferren
(Staff Liaison, August 20, 2024, to August 20, 2099)
Julie Reese
(Staff Liaison, May 3, 2023, to June 30, 2050)
Todd Ross
(Staff Liaison, July 1, 2025, to July 1, 2099)
Contact Core
(Staff, January 24, 2024, to June 30, 2050)
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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.
