ERIC Number: EJ974792
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2012-Jul
Pages: 5
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ISSN: ISSN-0099-1333
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The Role of the Academic Library in College Choice
Lombard, Emmett
Journal of Academic Librarianship, v38 n4 p237-241 Jul 2012
This study investigates the extent the Library factors into college choice; impact of recruitment efforts on Library service is also considered. Much is written about college choice, but a literature review reveals little about Library influence. A survey was administered to students who currently attend college, or have in the past, that asked how much or little college Libraries influenced their choices; additionally, interviews were conducted with Admissions professionals. The results provide insight into the question, and ideas on how Libraries and Admissions departments can work together without detracting from their missions.
Descriptors: College Choice, College Libraries, Library Services, Academic Libraries, Library Role, Performance Factors, Student Recruitment, Student Surveys, Student Attitudes, Interviews, Admissions Officers, Partnerships in Education, Employee Attitudes, Library Research
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
Education Level: Higher Education
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Language: English
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