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Library Commons; Information Commons; Plymouth State University; Lamson Learning Commons; Integrated Serivce Model; Collaboration
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Finding Common Ground At Plymouth State University [Nercomp, June 5, 2007], Elaine S. Allard, Jo-Ann M. Guilmett
Finding Common Ground At Plymouth State University [Nercomp, June 5, 2007], Elaine S. Allard, Jo-Ann M. Guilmett
Library Commons
Fall 2006 saw the opening of the Learning Commons at Lamson Library at Plymouth State University. Almost immediately, gates counts jumped and the once traditional library was abuzz with activity. By doing a minor remodel of the 10-year old library structure and utilizing existing staff, a dynamic partnership was created.
This presentation covers the 16 month-long project that saw a unique marriage between two key departments, the Library and Information Technology Services, with additional collaboration of other student services areas. It discusses how PSU, was able to build on current trends in Libraries, Technology and Higher Education and make our …