Library Research, Teaching and Planning Services for Faculty

Reference librarians assist with the research needs of all users of the Saint Mary’s College community. Drop-in assistance is available most hours that the library is open. Users may consult with a reference librarian in person, by telephone and also online by email, chat, and text message.

Each academic department and program has a subject librarian committed to assisting faculty, students and staff of that department. Subject librarians work with faculty in the departments to build collections and collaborate in the development of information literacy goals and curriculum.  Subject librarians also consult one-on-one with faculty to:

•  Assist in the use of databases and other information resources in support of faculty research or the development of courses.

•  Incorporate library resources into online courses (Moodle)
• Keep faculty informed about important new resources in their fields.
•  Provide essential statistical and evaluative information about library collections in a subject particularly in support of the development of new courses, programs, and program reviews.
•  Create and maintain subject guides to discipline-specific library resources.
•  Develop tutorials and instructional materials for library resources.

Librarians will work with faculty in the library or faculty offices and attend departmental meetings when appropriate.