What Do Academic Library Deans Do?

A recent discussion apropos of nothing set me to a thought-experiment: what is it deans of library services (or, as it often the case when I’m introduced, deans of library sciences) do? If one were to write up a short list of some of the most important general attributes of an effective dean, what would they be?

Spring 2011

Inside this Issue: Dean’s WelcomeChanges in the Library: Physical and MetaphysicalLibrary Board Members Board Actions 3/2/11 Shetuni BookDDA, not Dada Bi-Lo BoostersMembership List Membership FormNote from the Chair

Fall 2010

Inside this Issue: Dean’s WelcomeBallot for 2010: Board Members and OfficersBylaws RevisionNew LibrariansBi-Lo Boosters New Online RenewalCampus MapEvent Parking Decal2011: Friends turn 15Message from Chair

Fall 2009

Inside this Issue: Dean’s WelcomeProgram highlights, reception, contTwitter!Online renewal optionBi-Lo BoostersBoard meetings, workNew library tools1,001 Books!About the Friends2011: Friends turn 15Message from Chair

April 1999: Dean Retires; Web Resources; Excellence Report

Inside this Issue: Dean’s FarewellMilestonesInfo-MagicActive PeopleFriends’ ProgramsExcellence

November 2004: No Greater Love

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September 2004: Annus Mirabilis

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November 2003: Sown in Tears, Reaped in Joy

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February 2003: Of Eunuchs, Formalized Curiosity and Libraries

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November 2002: Chepesiuk Bids Farewell

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October 2002: Curses and a Blessing

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September 2002: Putting the Fun Back in Fungible

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April 2002: It Takes a Thief

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February 2002: Kicking It Up a Notch

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November 2001: P.A.S.C.A.L: The Cooperative Spirit

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