Adult services librarians in public libraries develop collections and provide programming and reference services for adults of all ages. They may specialize in services to a specific age group, such as college students, young parents or seniors, provide outreach to the disabled and home bound, work with new immigrants, assist with career development and small business establishment, or other services necessary to members of the community 18 years and older.
In addition to the required courses, the foundation for adult services in public libraries is laid in LIS 7405 Public Libraries.
Additional courses include:
LIS 7202 Resources for Science and Technology
LIS 7203 Sources of Government Information
LIS 7205 Business Information Resources
LIS 7406 Literature and Methods for Readers’ Advisory Services
LIS 7807 Information Literacy Instruction
LIS 7905 Field Experience in Public Libraries
LIS 7910-7912 when the topic is relevant.
For further information, contact Dr. Robin Kurz rkurz@lsu.edu
