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Librarians, Undergraduate Research, and Diversity Support Programs: Partnerships Towards Social Justice

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: Science librarianship has barely scratched the surface when grappling with the injustice in our profession and the disciplines we support. Here we provide one example of how STEM librarians can work within the academy to resist systemic barriers and support students from marginalized communities. This paper will explore how librarians and libraries can partner with various diversity support programs and undergraduate research programs targeted toward undergraduate students with marginalized identities. We will then share the perspective of two women of color who have developed this partnership. This article provides the separate and shared perspectives of a science librarian and undergraduate research director in working together to remove barriers students may face in their higher education journeys by creating relationships and meaningful connections.

Source: Issues in Science and Technology Librarianship

DOI: 10.29173/istl2818

Authors: Diana Park, Stephanie Ramos

Institution: Oregon State University

Language: English

Topic: Library Science and Administration

Subfield: Library and Information Sciences

Field: Social Sciences

Domain: Social Sciences

SDGs: Reduced inequalities, Gender equality, Quality education

Open Access status: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W4393344787

FWCI: 2.374

Cites: 26

Cited by: 2

Related to: 10