Library Studies (LST)

LST 250 is a research-based class that prepares students to critically think about, use, and produce information. Through a library and information science lens, this class will explore, study, and interrogate the research process. During the semester, students will conduct research, learn about various process for creating, producing, and finding information, and will have the chance to express their findings and frustrations with the other students in the class. By the end of the semester, students will be savvy users of library resources and will have the skills needed to teach others about the research process. This course is well suited for students who are interested in taking a deep dive into the research process, or who have aspirations to do something in the information science field in the future.

Survey of information theories, structures and resources as related to library research methods for social, behavioral sciences and the humanities.

Introduction to the principles and procedures in the management of archives and historical manuscripts.

Directed internship in library studies, archival administration, rare books curation and/or preservation.

Creative projects, including research and design, which are supervised on an individual basis and which fall outside the scope of formal courses. Students may not register for these courses without prior written approval of a faculty member in the department in which the courses are listed.