[Original posting on this topic follows the responses.]
(1) From: Anne Fullerton <affuller_at_library.uwaterloo.ca>
We had a form for many years – paper first and then web based. Librarians,
library reps, Dept. chairs and AUL for collections all had to sign it. At
one point, proposals would be turned down at Senate Committee meetings if
they didn’t have the signed form. We were really in the loop. However, if
you indicated a need for new money to support the program/new course, it
was ignored.
Somehow, things changed. New courses and programs were approved with no
form. A former Head of Collections declared them irrelevant and defunct so
now we learn what’s coming by chance.
I could scan an example if I can find one.
Thanks, Anne
Anne Fullerton, MSc MLIS
Biology and Chemical Engineering Librarian
University of Waterloo
Waterloo, Ontario, Canada N2L 3G1
affuller_at_uwaterloo.ca
1-519-888-4567 x 36917 FAX: 1-519-888-4311
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(2) From: "Linda A. Brown" <lbrown_at_bgnet.bgsu.edu>
Many years ago, Bowling Green State University instituted a Curriculum
Modification Request process for both graduate and undergraduate
programs. Following a collection evaluation by the subject librarian, the
University Libraries Dean signs off on requests for new courses and major
changes . Below are links to the relevant university forms.
Graduate College:
http://www.bgsu.edu/colleges/gradcol/documents/CM%20Template%201-2005.doc
Undergraduate Council guidelines and form:
http://www.bgsu.edu/offices/provost/academicprograms/undergradcouncil/ProgramChanges.doc
http://www.bgsu.edu/offices/provost/academicprograms/undergradcouncil/BlueSheet.doc
Hope this helps.
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(3) From: Mark Stengel <mstengel_at_csusm.edu>
At California State University San Marcos, a young and growing campus, we
have developed processes which involve the library in curriculum
planning. In addition to having librarians on campus curriculum, program
review, and budget committees, we have university forms which require
library participation and approval.
The New Program Template includes questions about existing library
resources (3c) and additional library resources needed (4d), and a table
which includes both start-up and ongoing funding needed for library
resources (collections, primarily, but may also include staff.)
The New Program Proposal form requires the signature of the library dean,
who consults with subject librarians before signing.
<http://www.csusm.edu/academic_programs/Curriculum_Forms/New_Forms_Feb_2006/New_Program_Template.doc>http://www.csusm.edu/academic_programs/Curriculum_Forms/New_Forms_Feb_2006/New_Program_Template.doc
http://www.csusm.edu/academic_programs/Curriculum_Forms/New_Forms_Feb_2006/PForm.doc
Mark
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Mark Stengel
Associate Dean, Library
California State University
San Marcos, CA 92096
(760) 750-4372
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(4) From: "Church, Sarah" <ChurchS_at_uhd.edu>
Last year, my director asked if I could be a part of the University
Curriculum Committee. They said OK so I am an unofficial member. They
meet once a month – but being apart of their meeting has helped the Library
keep on top of the changes in the curriculum – courses, minors and degrees.
As far as new degrees, the Library Director must submit a report that
states if the Library can support the degree with the collection it has
now. If the Library can’t support the new degree – what would it need to
purchase with a why and a price. To create that documentation - the
Serials Librarian, the Electronic Resources Librarian, the Subject
Librarian and the Collection Development Librarian must research what we
have – then what we would need – new books, new journals, new databases and
all the prices. I don’t have a template at this time – but I think I will
look into it.
The Library Director’s report has to be included with the degree proposal
or the University Curriculum Committee will not OK it to move on up the
chain of approvals.
I hope this helps!
Sarah M. Church
Collection Development / Acquisitions Librarian
UH-Downtown
One Main Street
Houston, TX 77002
713-221-8409 (o)
713-221-2752 (f)
<mailto:churchs_at_uhd.edu>churchs_at_uhd.edu
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-----Original Message-----
From: Theresa Preuit <PREUIT_T_at_Mercer.edu>
I'm looking for ways libraries have made the curriculum to collection
connection. For example, have subject librarians, bibliographers,
collection development officers, or others created a template or form that
is included in the paperwork for new program proposals?
My institution is now adding PhD programs in Education, and we know that we
need books and databases. Rather than the library trying to catch up once
the program has been announced, we’d rather know about it before it is
approved and/or alert faculty/administrators to the library needs
associated with new programs.
Any templates, forms, or ideas of what has (or what has not…) worked for
you in your libraries would be great!
thanks!
Theresa
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Theresa Preuit
Associate Director for Public Services & Collections
Jack Tarver Library
Mercer University
1300 Edgewood Avenue
Macon, GA 31207
voice: (478) 301-2031
FAX: (478) 301-2252
e-mail: preuit_t_at_mercer.edu
Received on Thu Mar 01 2007 - 02:34:25 EST