The Lightning Talks session will feature four 20-minute presentations back-to-back in a 80 minute time slot, with a moderator for introductions, Q&A, and time keeping. Each speaker will give a 15-minute presentation with 5 minutes for Q&A.
Closing the Gap: How a community college balanced accreditation goals and a flat budget with one project Prompted by a 3-yr cycle for SACSCOC administrative unit requirements, the Learning Commons (LC) at Tri-County Technical College, devised a Program Outcome Assessment Plan (POAP), which allowed the LC to better ascertain the state of their overall database environment, while accounting for a static acquisitions budget and limited digital resources. Structured around a curricular mapping project and gap analysis, the POAP revealed key areas of strength and weakness relative to the curriculum and created openings for in-depth liaison conversations with academic departments. The presentation will chronicle the project from initial planning to final execution, touching on several points of struggle that needed to be addressed. Those issues include data collection challenges, statistical relevance and comparability, and fiscal constraints, as well as stakeholder expectations. As a result of this initiative, the LC is better prepared to meet accreditation goals and has gained a more targeted approach to collection development.
Moderator: Heather Holmes, Medical University of South Carolina
The Lightning Talks session will feature four 20-minute presentations back-to-back in a 80 minute time slot, with a moderator for introductions, Q&A, and time keeping. Each speaker will give a 15-minute presentation with 5 minutes for Q&A.
Empowering Student Employees via Guerilla-Style Usability Testing We needed to capture data from our students about our website while empowering our student assistants with additional growth opportunities. We wanted to make it known that we value their insight and recognize them as key contributors. We were inspired to conduct – guerilla-style usability testing (on the spot, quick questions) as an innovative approach to how we gather information. During this lightning talk, we will discuss why the usability testing project was initiated, each phase of the project – from planning to implementation, and how students played a crucial role. Finally, we’ll discuss the next steps in the project. We’ll also present the changes we applied based on student response through this multi-year-long project.
Moderator: Heather Holmes, Medical University of South Carolina
The Lightning Talks session will feature four 20-minute presentations back-to-back in a 80 minute time slot, with a moderator for introductions, Q&A, and time keeping. Each speaker will give a 15-minute presentation with 5 minutes for Q&A.
Promoting the Library Through Social Media As a Gen Z librarian, Amanda Caldwell knows the importance of having a social media presence. Funny videos recorded in the library, eye-catching advertisements for upcoming events, and collaborations with other departments brings students in and keeps them coming back for more. Amanda will discuss not only the importance of promoting the library through social media, but how to do so successfully.
Moderator: Heather Holmes, Medical University of South Carolina
The Lightning Talks session will feature four 20-minute presentations back-to-back in a 80 minute time slot, with a moderator for introductions, Q&A, and time keeping. Each speaker will give a 15-minute presentation with 5 minutes for Q&A.
User-Centered by Design: Enhancing User Experience and Engagement at MUSC Libraries How can academic libraries create more meaningful connections with their users? At the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) Libraries, the Department of User Experience and Engagement is reimagining library services through a user-centered approach that prioritizes innovation and connection. This presentation will highlight key engagement initiatives, including data-informed service enhancements, strategic outreach efforts, and collaborative programming that fosters deeper user engagement. Attendees will gain insights into practical strategies for improving library experiences, strengthening partnerships, and ensuring that libraries remain essential, user-focused spaces. Join us for a discussion on challenges, successes, and future directions in designing library experiences that truly meet the needs of diverse academic communities.
Moderator: Heather Holmes, Medical University of South Carolina
