Presentation by Tod Colegrove, Ph.D., MSLIS

Head of DeLaMare Science & Engineering Library

University of Nevada, Reno

Reno, Nevada 89557-0262

@pcolegrove @DeLaMareLibrary Slides available at

http://slidesha.re/1mwz6NX

An Inspiring Future for Academic Libraries

Change vs transformation:

Image credit: http://theprimes.com/change-vs-transformation

Three years later:

• Usage of the “library as space” has increased

over 7 fold and continues to grow

• In-depth reference transactions through the roof;

the library is a hotbed of learning and research

activity

• An 18% increase in printed book circulations.

In short:

“…DeLaMare library is being incorporated into the

fabric of academic life for many students and

faculty.”5 =)5Ray, K. (April 9, 2012). Overall evaluation, T. Colegrove 2011 Academic faculty annual evaluation & merit review form. Unpublished internal document, UNR Libraries.

What we’re seeing today:

• Develop the vision for the library.• Commit to it. Own it. Sell it.• Find the way forward.

- With a clear vision the direction is always known.

• Lead the charge.– Remain up-front and central during the

action.

• Lather. Rinse. Repeat.3

What’s working:

3See Transformational Leadership at http://changingminds.org/disciplines/leadership/styles/transformational_leadership.htm for more detail

Examples: bootstrap engagement

Examples: bootstrap engagement

Examples: bootstrap engagement

Examples: bootstrap engagement

Examples: bootstrap engagement

Examples: nature abhors a vacuum

Examples: nature abhors a vacuum

Examples: nature abhors a vacuum

Examples: nature abhors a vacuum

Examples: nature abhors a vacuum

Examples: 3D printing & scanning

Examples: 3D printing & scanning

Where does this end up?

Where does this end up?

Questions?

Questions?