Presentation Type: Outreach

Presenters: Test, ,

Abstract: As a Summer 2023 project, access services and research/instruction librarians from an academic library met to devise an innovative approach to reaching students about library resources. We decided to focus on physical handouts with an innovative twist by creating zines. Zines are small publications produced in short runs that are informal and tend to highlight community over marketing. They offer a unique way to present information, blending visuals with text in a format that's easily accessible and appealing to students. We called on our student workers to develop zines about various services, such as InterLibrary Loan, how to get help, and an overview of what is in the library building. After some librarian input, we published these zines as handouts for students. We then continued to add topics based on student interest with topics as basic as how to use our printing system to a critical look at the Library of Congress system. Come learn about our library's experience with this project and brainstorm ideas for your library's tools, services, spaces, and resources with the group. Walk away with ideas as well as digital resources and references to use later. No technology or zine knowledge required!

Session Date: 11/20/24

Start Time: 3:00 pm

End Time: 3:45 pm

Location: GLC-236

Format: Test

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