Innovations in Library Science. That’s Dominican.

Greetings from the Dean Dr. Kate Marek, Professor and Interim Dean

Academic areas of interest: Technology development in information services, including digital libraries and internet applications; information policy; global information issues

Teaches the following courses: Introduction to Library and Information Science, Internet Fundamentals and Design, Advanced Web Design, Digital Libraries

Our Objectives Tonight

  Give you an overview of librarianship today   Tell you about Dominican University   What is distinctive about GSLIS?   Programs and degree requirements   Application process and financial aid options   Questions and answers

Librarianship as a Profession

  We are guided by relevant professional standards and core competencies

Accreditation

  A master’s degree from an American Library Association (ALA)-accredited library and information science program prepares and qualifies you for a professional career in LIS.   Visit www.ala.org.

Accreditation

ALA has established standards in:   Mission, goals, and objectives   Curriculum   Faculty   Students   Administration and financial support   Physical resources and facilities

Library & Information Professionals

Librarians are expert in   Location, evaluation, selection, acquisition;   Organization, storage and retrieval, preservation;   Creation and dissemination

of all types of information (print, digital, audiovisual, and more)

Library & Information Professionals

  Youth services librarian   Reference librarian   Archivist, digital archivist   School library media specialist   Instructional services librarian   Outreach librarian   Many more roles!

Where Do We Work?

  Academic/college libraries   Public libraries   Schools (K-12)   Special/corporate libraries   Archives   Museums & other cultural institutions

Employment Outlook

  Opportunities exist; flexibility is key   Favorable trend: 90% of 2012 grads were employed one year after graduation, compared with 83% in 2011 grads and 79% in 2010 (DU Office of Institutional Research)   GSLIS Career Services support; access to Dominican’s online jobs database; annual Career Day; periodic workshops

How Does GSLIS Help?

  Dedicated Career Services support   Access to Dominican University’s online jobs database   Approximately 40 jobs on the board right now   Periodic workshops on resumes, interviews, cover letters, and annual “Career Day”   Committed, international alumnae/i

Dominican University Mission

“As a Sinsinawa Dominican-sponsored institution, Dominican University prepares students to pursue truth, to give compassionate service and to participate in the creation of a more just and humane world.”

GSLIS Mission

“The premier, service-oriented education at GSLIS takes place within the context of the university’s commitment to values-centered student development and our commitment to relevant professional standards, emerging technologies, and cultural inclusivity.”

Distinctively Dominican

  Chicago’s only ALA-accredited MLIS   Exceptional faculty with practical experience   Small class sizes; personalized experience   Wide variety of courses and pathways   Flexible options: evenings, weekends, online, downtown, main campus   Proximity to Chicago institutions   Supportive alumnae/i network

Roles of the Faculty

  Teaching   Student advising   Scholarship and professional development   Service to the university community

MLIS Curriculum   Four required courses (12 hours) − LIS 701 Intro. to Library & Information Science − LIS 703 Organization of Knowledge − LIS 704 Reference & Online Services − LIS 770 Management of Libraries and

Information Centers OR LIS 773 School Libraries

  Eight elective courses (24 hours) − More than 80 to choose from

MLIS Degree Requirements

  Completion of degree in 6 years   3.0 minimum grade point average on 4.0 scale   Technology competency expectations met   Successful completion of an e-portfolio   A thesis is NOT required

MLIS + SLIS Certification (K-12)   Nine required courses (27 hours) − LIS 701 Intro. to Library & Information Science − LIS 703 Organization of Knowledge − LIS 704 Reference and Online Services − LIS 773 School Libraries

− LIS 716 Leadership and Strategic Communication − LIS 721 Library Materials for Children − LIS 722 Library Materials for Young Adults − LIS 724 Media Services and Production − LIS 725 Curriculum and School Libraries

  Three elective courses (9 hours)

MLIS + SLIS Certification (K-12)

Additional Requirements − LIS 728 Clinical Experience I−Student

Teaching OR − LIS 729 Clinical Experience II−Internship − Education competencies − Illinois certification/licensure tests − Attend an in-person advising session

Scheduling Options   Beginning in Fall 2012, you may earn an MLIS in

two years at the University Center of Lake County in Grayslake, Illinois.   Beginning in Fall 2012, you may earn an MLIS in

two years on the weekends, taking classes mostly on the Main Campus but also online, downtown, and at UCLC.   We do not offer a separate, online-only MLIS;

however, many courses are offered online or in a hybrid format.

Dual-Degree Programs/MLIS

  Master of Business Administration, Brennan School of Business at Dominican   Master of Social Work, School of Social Work at

Dominican   Master of Arts in Public History, Loyola University

Chicago   Master of Divinity, McCormick Theological

Seminary

Specialized Certificates

5 courses (out of your electives); may be earned as part of the MLIS, or to returning students with an ALA-accredited MLIS:   Archival & Cultural Heritage Resources/Services   Informatics   Youth Services   Knowledge Management (only 4 courses; may

be earned post-baccalaureate)   Certificate of Special Study (post-MLIS)

Master of Professional Studies

  A second professional degree for holders of ALA-accredited MLIS or related information degrees, certified school librarians, archivists, etc.   10 courses (30 hours)   Certificates (up to 2) may count toward the MPS   A thesis is NOT required

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)

  Completion of degree in 3 years (option to extend)   Cohort model; all classes on weekends   Allows professionals to complete the degree without career interruption   12 courses (36 hours); six required courses & six electives courses   Dissertation

Greetings from the Faculty Dr. YiJun Gao, Assistant Professor

Academic areas of interest: Internet content development and emerging technologies; digital preservation (i.e., digital libraries); data curation and cyberinfrastructures (i.e., information architecture and systems); information retrieval; Webometrics and online media analysis

Teaches the following courses: Information Storage and Retrieval; Searching Electronic Databases; Competitive Intelligence; Database Management; Participatory Service & Emerging Technologies (Web 2.0) and Crisis Informatics

Greetings from SLMP

Dr. Don W. Hamerly, Assistant Professor Director, School Library Media Program Academic areas of interest:   School media centers/libraries   Role of the SLMS   New literacies   Strategic planning   Marketing, lobbying

Greetings from LISSA

  Katie Hauser, LISSA President   Library and Information Science Student Association, the ALA student chapter   www.dulissa.com   All students are automatically members   Active participation can help you boost your resume and develop skills, network, and have fun!

Application Process

  Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution   Official transcripts from all schools attended in

sealed envelopes   For GPA below 3.0, submit GRE or MAT scores   Two letters of recommendation   Personal essay   $50 application fee   International students please

contact us regarding requirements

Scholarships   GSLIS Scholarships − Must file FAFSA & GRE or MAT scores

  Professional Associations: − American Library Association (ALA); Special Library

Association (SLA); Medical Library Association (MLA); American Association of Law Libraries (AALL)

− 100% matching funds for ALA Spectrum Scholars (apply online for 2013 funds between 10/12 and 3/1/13)

  Library Technical Assistant (LTA) scholarships: − 50% tuition scholarship on the four core courses

2013 Dean’s Welcome Scholarship

  The university recognizes graduate study is a significant financial commitment   Special, limited offer for new students beginning in summer or fall 2013 only   $500 per class across the degree   Up to $6,000   Details in the acceptance letter

Student Loans

  Federal loans (must be registered for at least 2 courses) www.fafsa.gov code = 001750   Customized combination of sources for individual needs   Contact: Dominican University Financial Aid Office (Lewis Hall, Room 12), finaid@dom.edu

Student Employment

  Off-campus: -Online College Central Network database at www.dom.edu/aec/career -Job postings bulletin board

  On campus: -Faculty assistants -GSLIS office assistants

Learn More

  www.ala.org   www.dom.edu/gslis   Attend an upcoming event: www.dom.edu/gslis/events   “Like” us on Facebook; follow us on Twitter; join the GSLIS LinkedIn group

Questions? Questions?