School of Information Studies
7900 West Division Street
River Forest, IL 60305
United States
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Degrees/Certificates Offered
- Certificate in Archival and Cultural Heritage Resources and Services
- Certificate in Digital Curation
- Doctor of Philosophy in Library and Information Science (PhD)
- Master of Library and Information Science (MLIS) - ALA accredited
- Master of Library and Information Science (MLIS) -ALA accredited and Master of Arts in Public History at Loyola University
- Master of Professional Studies in Library and Information Science (MPS)
Programs Offered
Program Philosophy
Vision Statement:
GSLIS is recognized as a program distinguished by innovative practice and research in library and information science education. GSLIS is committed to educating diverse library and information leaders who engage constituencies, advocate change, and transform communities and organizations.
Defining program characteristics include:
- a distinctively relationship-centered learning environment;
- engaged faculty who regularly integrate theory and best practice;
- a passion for social justice, equality and service;
- access to the rich opportunities and expertise of Chicago’s library/information community;
- a long tradition of influential and supportive alumnae/i; and
- a global and international presence.
Mission / Identity:
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.
Facilities
Thirty-acre main campus is in River Forest, a residential suburb located 10 miles west of downtown Chicago. The Rebecca Crown Library is a campus destination for student research and reflection; at approximately 250,000 volumes, the collection is large for the size of the student body. The library subscribes to more than 150 electronic databases with access to over 30,000 unique full-text periodicals, and provides a federated search product, WebFeat, that allows simultaneous keyword searching across all of its databases. The library is a partial depository for U.S. government publications and maintains special collections and archival materials. The Media Center houses audiovisual materials and viewing facilities. In addition, 60 student computers are available on four floors.
Practicum/Internships/Assistantships Offered?
Supervised experience (120 hours) in an approved library or information center under the direction of a GSLIS faculty member. In addition, a course research report or project, will be required. The library supervisor, the faculty member and the student meet periodically to review the student's progress. Prerequisites: Ten courses including LIS 701, 703, 704 and 770 or 773; GPA of 3.3 or higher.