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STRATEGIC ALLIANCES:
A Framework for Building a
Stronger, More Visible Library
North Carolina Central University
James E. Shepard Memorial Library
Triangle Research Libraries Network Annual Meeting
July 15, 2015
Presenters:

Danielle Colbert-Lewis, Reference Librarian
Vernice Faison, Head Music Librarian
Karen Grimwood, Head Curriculum Materials Center Librarian
Jamillah Scott-Branch, Head Reference Librarian


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Strategic Alliances: A Framework for
Building a Stronger, More Visible Library
Background
The James E. Shepard Memorial Library at NCCU has formed
strategic alliances with several academic departments to improve
campus-wide engagement. Our partnerships have resulted in
national and local research presentations, an increase in
collaborative programming, professional development for library staff,
and an upsurge in request for information literacy instruction. This
presentation will outline how our library has established avenues to
demonstrate our value and its impact on knowledge transfer.


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 NCCU’s Shepard Library Implemented the LibQUAL Survey in
2009
 Library created surveys
 Used the survey data to assess and improve library services and
outreach efforts
 Identified allies and potential allies to form partnerships
 Worked to ensure that our allies and potential allies are aware of
the services offered by the library


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Relationship Driven Outreach Efforts

Categories for Partnerships
 Research Partnerships

 Collaborative Programming
 Development of Workshops/Instruction
Sessions
 Professional Development


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Research Partnerships
 Presenting Positive Information about Sikhism
Beyond the Textbook
(SCI| Shepard Library |Departments of History and English
and Modern Languages)

 Assessment in Action
(ACRL | Shepard Library |Human Science Faculty)

 The Academic Library as A SafeZone
(Shepard Library | NCCU LGBTA Center )


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Partnerships
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Food Pantry
Women’s Center
Residential Life
NCCU TV Studio
Center for Teaching & Learning
Dean’s Council
Department of Music
Department of Human Sciences
NCCU’s Women’s Center
Student Government Association
NCCU Child Development Center
Athletic Department (Football & Basketball)
University College
School of Law
School of Library and Information Science
Department of History
NCCU Writing & Speaking Studio
Friends of the J.E.S.M. Library

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Information Technology Services
Department of Social Work
Dimensions of Learning
Crop Walk
B & A Financial Services
New Student Orientation
Department of Art
Department of English
Department of Nursing
Distance Education
Department of Criminal Justice
School of Business
UNC TV
Division of Extended Studies


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Collaborative Programming
 Domestic Violence Awareness
Exhibition
 David Walker’s Appeal
 John Hope Franklin 100th Birthday
Celebration
 Poetry/Spoken Word Events
 Women’s Resources Fair
 Fashion & Art Exhibition
 J.E.S.L. Authors Club
 Faculty Staff Development Day
 Shepard Library and Branches Video
 Film and Discussion: Zora’s Roots
 Film and Discussion: Latino Beyond
the Reel: Challenging a Media
Stereotype
 Coffee Schmooze
 National Women History Month
 Shepard Library/WUNC Radio
Station Block Party

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African American Read-In
Declaration of Libraries
The Amazing Race: Library Style
Monthly Educational Displays
Song in the Struggle for Civil Rights
African American Women Administrative in Higher
Education
Student Ice Cream Social
Faculty/Staff Publication Showcase
Juneteenth Display
Library Crossword Puzzle
National Hispanic Heritage Month Display
Native American Heritage Month Display
The Life of Charles LeRoy Gittens: The First African
American Secret Service Agent
Financial Literacy Programs
Celebrating 105 Years & Counting (Pop-Up Exhibit)


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James E. Shepard Memorial Library’s
Authors Club


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Faculty/Staff Publication Showcase


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Poetry/Spoken Word


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Fashion & Art Exhibition


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Development of Workshops/Instruction Sessions

 Plagiarism Workshop (NCCU Writing and
Speaking Studio)
 Faculty-In-Residence Program
 Faculty Development Day Workshop
(Center for Teaching and Learning)
 Dean’s Council Workshop (NCCU Dean’s
Council)


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Professional Development
 Eagle Reading Experience (ERE)
 Safezone Training


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