Susan Lessick
Distinguished Librarian Emerita, UCI Libraries
Head, Grunigen Medical Library, 2003-2009
Assistant University Librarian (Acting), Research and Instructional Services, UCI Libraries, 2003-2009
Special Associate for Copyright Education Planning, Office of Academic Initiatives, Office of the President, University of California, 2002-2003
Head, Science Library Research and Instructional Services, 1994-1997
Head, Medical Center Library, 1983-1994
M.L.S., University of California, Berkeley, 1977, Library & Information Sciences
M.A., University of California, Los Angeles, 1977, History
B.A., San Jose State University, 1973, History
M.A., University of California, Los Angeles, 1977, History
B.A., San Jose State University, 1973, History
University of California, Irvine
7468 E. Calle Durango
Mail Code: 8190
Irvine, CA 92808
7468 E. Calle Durango
Mail Code: 8190
Irvine, CA 92808
Research Interests
Health information research, research education, evidence based practice, emerging technologies, and copyright
Academic Distinctions
Distinguished Librarian, 1997
Librarian Emerita, 2010
Librarian Emerita, 2010
Awards and Honors
MLA President’s Award, 2018 and 2020.
Review Panel, FY 2019 National Leadership Grants for Libraries Program and the Laura Bush 21st Century Librarian Program, Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS), 2019. (Invited preliminary proposal panel reviewer).
Peer Reviewer, Laura Bush 21st Century Librarian Program, Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS), 2019. (Invited full proposal peer reviewer).
MLA Hospital Library Caucus Scroll of Exemplary Service, 2014.
MLA Fellowship (FMLA), 2012 (conferred for outstanding contributions to advancement of health sciences librarianship).
UCI Emeritus, 2010 (conferred for exemplary career service and accomplishments).
UCI Distinguished Librarian, 1997 (conferred for outstanding career service to library, university, and profession).
Distinguished Member, Academy of Health Information Professionals (AHIP), 1995 to present.
Certified Medical Librarian, 1977-1995.
Review Panel, FY 2019 National Leadership Grants for Libraries Program and the Laura Bush 21st Century Librarian Program, Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS), 2019. (Invited preliminary proposal panel reviewer).
Peer Reviewer, Laura Bush 21st Century Librarian Program, Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS), 2019. (Invited full proposal peer reviewer).
MLA Hospital Library Caucus Scroll of Exemplary Service, 2014.
MLA Fellowship (FMLA), 2012 (conferred for outstanding contributions to advancement of health sciences librarianship).
UCI Emeritus, 2010 (conferred for exemplary career service and accomplishments).
UCI Distinguished Librarian, 1997 (conferred for outstanding career service to library, university, and profession).
Distinguished Member, Academy of Health Information Professionals (AHIP), 1995 to present.
Certified Medical Librarian, 1977-1995.
Short Biography
In nearly 30 years at the University of California, Irvine (UCI), Susan Lessick held a variety of positions, including Head of the Grunigen Medical Library, Head of Research and Instructional Services at the Science Library, Serials and Electronic Collections Librarian for the Health Sciences, Acting Assistant University Librarian for Research and Instructional Services, and Special Associate for Copyright Education Planning at the UC Office of the President. “Distinguished” Librarian status was conferred by UCI in 1997 and Librarian Emeritus status in 2010. She holds a Masters of Arts in History from UCLA and a Masters of Library Science from the University of California, Berkeley. Lessick currently serves as an Executive Committee member of the UCI Emeriti Association.
A distinguished member of the Academy of Health Information Professionals (AHIP) and Fellow of the Medical Library Association (FMLA), Lessick previously served as Chair of the Research Imperative Task Force, Chair of the Research Caucus/Section, and Chair of the Hospital Library Caucus/Section; and President of the Medical Library Group of Southern California and Arizona (MLGSCA). Lessick also served as Virtual Project Editor and Editorial Board member of The Journal of Medical Library Association (JMLA). She currently serves on the MLA Archive Task Force and was Project Director of the MLA Research Training Institute for Health Sciences Librarians (RTI) and two IMLS grant projects. She received the MLA President’s Award in 2017 for her work on the Task Force to Review MLA’s Competencies and in 2020 for her leadership role in the stewardship of the Research Training Institute. Lessick led a unique multi-year research team that surveyed the research activities and attitudes of health sciences librarians. Her professional interests are in the areas of health information research, research education, emerging technologies, and copyright.
A distinguished member of the Academy of Health Information Professionals (AHIP) and Fellow of the Medical Library Association (FMLA), Lessick previously served as Chair of the Research Imperative Task Force, Chair of the Research Caucus/Section, and Chair of the Hospital Library Caucus/Section; and President of the Medical Library Group of Southern California and Arizona (MLGSCA). Lessick also served as Virtual Project Editor and Editorial Board member of The Journal of Medical Library Association (JMLA). She currently serves on the MLA Archive Task Force and was Project Director of the MLA Research Training Institute for Health Sciences Librarians (RTI) and two IMLS grant projects. She received the MLA President’s Award in 2017 for her work on the Task Force to Review MLA’s Competencies and in 2020 for her leadership role in the stewardship of the Research Training Institute. Lessick led a unique multi-year research team that surveyed the research activities and attitudes of health sciences librarians. Her professional interests are in the areas of health information research, research education, emerging technologies, and copyright.
Publications
Lessick S, Philbrick JL, Kloda L. MLA Research Training Institute (RTI) 2018-2019: Participant Research Confidence and Program Effectiveness. J Med Libr Assoc. 2024 Oct;112(4).
Lessick S. Legacy, Knowledge, Advocacy, and Grace: Mary M. Langman Retires as Director of Information Issues and Policy. MLAConnect. 17 Jan 2024.
Lessick S, Kraft M. Facing reality the growth of virtual reality and health sciences libraries. J Med Libr Assoc. 2017 Oct; 105(4): 407–417.
Lessick S. Tooling up to facilitate findability, virtual collaboration, and storytelling with data. J Med Libr Assoc. 2016 Oct; 104(4): 354-362.
Lessick S, Perryman C, Billman BL, Alpi KM, De Groote, SL, Babbin Jr TD. Research engagement of health sciences librarians: a survey of research-related activities and attitudes. J Med Libr Assoc. 2016;104(2),166-73.
Lessick S. Enhancing library impact through technology. J Med Libr Assoc. 2015 Oct; 103(4): 222–231.
Lessick S. Snapshots of innovation. J Med Libr Assoc. 2014;102(4):232-7.
Lessick S. Moving beyond the bookshelves. J Med Libr Assoc. 2013; 101(4):239-43.
Lessick S. The Medical Library Association Essential Guide to Becoming an Expert Searcher (book review). J Med Libr Assoc. 2009 April; 97(2):153-155.
Ahmed SS, Tran Q, Langdorf M, Lessick S, Lotfipour S. Open Access: The alternative to subscription based medical publishing. West J Emerg Med. 2008 November; 9(4):240-242.
Harris A, Lessick S. Libraries get personal: Facebook applications, Google gadgets, and MySpace profiles. Libr Hi Tech News 2007; 24(8):30-32.
Lessick SR, Kjaer K, Clancy S. Interactive Reference Service (IRS) at UC Irvine: Expanding reference service beyond the reference desk. ALA/ACRL white paper. American Library Association, Sep 29, 2006 [1997]. https://www.ala.org/acrl/publications/whitepapers/nashville/lessickkjaer (Accessed Feb 13, 2025).
Lessick S. SURA/ViDe Digital Video Workshop: a summary. Libr Hi Tech News 2004;21(5).
Lessick S, Ruttenberg J, Tunender H, Kjaer K, Katzarkow R, Crooks JE. Digital video: The next step in reference and education. In: Thompson HA, ed. Learning to make a difference: Proceedings of the Eleventh national Conference of the Association of College and Research Libraries, April 10-13, 2003, Charlotte, North Carolina. Chicago: American Library Association, 2003:121-130.
Ford CC, Lessick S. Wireless computing services. Libr Hi Tech News 2002;19(5).
Lessick SR. Reference desk partnering – success story: experience at the University of California, Irvine, Science Library. Libr Mosaics. Nov/Dec 1998; 9(6):8-11.
Lessick SR. Roles of reference librarians: today and tomorrow (book review). Libr Manage 1998;19 (3):213-15.
Hamre RC, Lessick SR. Reference Desk Partnering: A Success Story [Internet] California Library Association’s 99th Annual Conference. Pasadena: CLA 1997. http://www.ala.org/aboutala/offices/hrdr/librarysupportstaff/referencedesk (Accessed Oct 28, 2021).Document ID: 0a046c7f-00dc-4c94-d5cb-47d1b5f97576
Russell SE. PAM (Public-Access Microcomputer) service in an academic medical center library. Bull Med Libr Assoc. 1987;75(2):166-7.
BOOK CHAPTERS
Lessick S, Hinrichs R, Philbrick J, Cleveland A. Conducting Research as a Health Sciences Librarian. Foundations of Health Sciences Librarianship. Lanham, MD: Rowman & Littlefield. 2026, In preparation.
Lessick S, Lessick S. On-site and web-based information services. In: Bandy M, Dudden R, eds., MLA Guide to Managing Health Care Libraries. 2nd Edition. New York: Neal-Schuman. 2011. 239-259.
Lessick SR. Transforming reference staffing for the digital library. In: Lankes RD, Collins JW, Kasowitz AS, ed. Digital reference service in the new millennium: Planning, management, and evaluation. New York: Neal-Schuman, 2000. (The new library series; no.6), 25-36.
Lessick SR. Administration and organization of services. In: Lipscomb C, ed. Access and Delivery of Information in Health Sciences Libraries. Chicago: Medical Library Association. 1996. (Bunting A, ed. Current Practice in Health Sciences Librarianship), 1-57.
CONFERENCE REFEREED PAPERS AND POSTERS
Lessick S, Susan, Philbrick J, Vardell E, Cleveland A. Deepening Research Capacity of Health Sciences Librarians: Effectiveness of the MLA Research Training Institute (RTI) Online Program. Paper presented: MLA|SLA '23 vConference & Exhibits; 16-19 May 2023.
Cleveland AD, Philbrick JL, Vardell E, Lessick S. Embedding Graduate LIS Students into the MLA Research Training Institute (RTI): A Unique Model for Research Methods Education. Paper presented: SCC/MLA 2021 Virtual Meeting: Armadillos Together; Oct 12-14, 2021.
Philbrick JL, Kloda LA, Lessick S, Vardell E. Transforming Practice through an Innovative Training Model: MLA Research Training Institute. Paper presented: MLA ’21 vConference & Exhibits: Transforming Our Diversifying Communities; May 10-27, 2021.
Philbrick JL, Kloda LA, Lessick S. Looking back two years: assessment results of MLA’s Research Training Institute. Paper presented at: South Central Chapter (SCC)/MLA Virtual Meeting 2020; Oct 25-29, 2020.
Philbrick JL, Kloda LA, Lessick S. Research Training Institute (RTI) assessment results two years after: building a research support system for health sciences librarian-researchers. Paper presented at: MLA ’20 vConference & Exhibits; 27 Jul 27–Aug, 2020.
Kloda L, Philbrick J, Lessick S. Reducing uncertainty: building health sciences librarians’ capacity for evidence-based practice through a Research Training Institute. Paper presented at: Using Evidence in Times of Uncertainty: 10th International Evidence Based Library and Information Practice Conference; Glasgow, Scotland, UK; Jun 17-19, 2019.
Philbrick JL, Kloda LA, Lessick S. Elevating health sciences librarians’ research capacity through an innovative Research Training Institute (RTI). Paper presented at: Elevate! MLA ’19: Medical Library Association Annual Meeting; Chicago, IL; May 3-8, 2019.
Lessick S. Research Training Institute (RTI) for Health Sciences Librarians update. Paper presented at: Adapting | Transforming | Leading, MLA ’18: Medical Library Association Annual Meeting; Atlanta, GA; May 18-23, 2018.
Lessick S, Chu F, Garcia P, Hillskemper J, Santiago J. PDAs Transform Library Services and Content. Poster presented at: MLA ’09 MLA Annual Meeting; Honolulu HI, May 15-20, 2009.
Lessick S. Copyright on Campus: New Roles for Libraries. Paper presented at MLA ’05 MLA Annual Meeting), San Antonio, TX, May. 14-19, 2005.
Lessick S., Crooks J., Ruttenberg J., Tunender H. Use of Digital Video Technology to Deliver Digital Reference: Toward a Video Reference Model. Paper presented: MLA ’04 Annual Meeting, Washington, D.C., May 21-26, 2004.
Lessick S., Kjaer K., Tunender H. Digital Video: The Next Step in Reference and Education. Paper presented: 11the ACRL National Conference, Charlotte, N.C., Apr 11, 2003.
Lessick S, Kjaer K. Televideo Reference: The UC Irvine Experience. Paper presented at: 8th ACRL National Conference, Nashville, Apr 11-14, 1997.
Russell S. Measuring and assessing medical reference transactions. Paper presented at: 90the Annual Meeting of the Medical Library Association, Detroit, May 18-24, 1990.
Russell S. Use of technology in lobbying. Poster presented at: 90th Annual Meeting of the Medical Library Association, Detroit, May 18-24, 1990.
Russell S. Software collections, copyright, and contract law. Paper presented at: Joint Meeting of the Northern California and Nevada Medical Library Group and the Medical Library Group of Southern California and Arizona, San Francisco, Feb 14, 1986.
Loepprich J, Russell S, Lewis J, Dennis C. Case of the information explosion: a case study in cooperation. Paper presented at: 86th Annual Meeting of the Medical Library Association, Minneapolis, May 16-22, 1986.
Russell S. Public Access Microcomputer (PAM) service in an academic medical center library. Paper presented at: 86th Annual Meeting of the Medical Library Association, Minneapolis, May 16-22, 1986.
Russell S. Medical Library Consortium of Santa Clara Valley. Paper presented at: Fall Program of the Northern California & Nevada Medical Library Group, Berkeley, Nov 18, 1981.
EDITORIAL ACTIVITIES
Editor, RTI Research Spotlight, MLAConnect, 2019 to present.
Editor, MLA RTI News, 2017 to present.
Virtual Projects Section Editor, J Med Libr Assoc, 2013-2020.
Editorial Board, Journal of the Medical Library Association (JMLA), 2011-2013.
Consulting Editor. UC Copyright Education [Online]. 2003-2008. https://copyright.universityofcalifornia.edu (Accessed Oct 28, 2021).
Editorial Board, Bulletin of the Medical Library Association (BMLA), 1996-1999.
Lessick S. Legacy, Knowledge, Advocacy, and Grace: Mary M. Langman Retires as Director of Information Issues and Policy. MLAConnect. 17 Jan 2024.
Lessick S, Kraft M. Facing reality the growth of virtual reality and health sciences libraries. J Med Libr Assoc. 2017 Oct; 105(4): 407–417.
Lessick S. Tooling up to facilitate findability, virtual collaboration, and storytelling with data. J Med Libr Assoc. 2016 Oct; 104(4): 354-362.
Lessick S, Perryman C, Billman BL, Alpi KM, De Groote, SL, Babbin Jr TD. Research engagement of health sciences librarians: a survey of research-related activities and attitudes. J Med Libr Assoc. 2016;104(2),166-73.
Lessick S. Enhancing library impact through technology. J Med Libr Assoc. 2015 Oct; 103(4): 222–231.
Lessick S. Snapshots of innovation. J Med Libr Assoc. 2014;102(4):232-7.
Lessick S. Moving beyond the bookshelves. J Med Libr Assoc. 2013; 101(4):239-43.
Lessick S. The Medical Library Association Essential Guide to Becoming an Expert Searcher (book review). J Med Libr Assoc. 2009 April; 97(2):153-155.
Ahmed SS, Tran Q, Langdorf M, Lessick S, Lotfipour S. Open Access: The alternative to subscription based medical publishing. West J Emerg Med. 2008 November; 9(4):240-242.
Harris A, Lessick S. Libraries get personal: Facebook applications, Google gadgets, and MySpace profiles. Libr Hi Tech News 2007; 24(8):30-32.
Lessick SR, Kjaer K, Clancy S. Interactive Reference Service (IRS) at UC Irvine: Expanding reference service beyond the reference desk. ALA/ACRL white paper. American Library Association, Sep 29, 2006 [1997]. https://www.ala.org/acrl/publications/whitepapers/nashville/lessickkjaer (Accessed Feb 13, 2025).
Lessick S. SURA/ViDe Digital Video Workshop: a summary. Libr Hi Tech News 2004;21(5).
Lessick S, Ruttenberg J, Tunender H, Kjaer K, Katzarkow R, Crooks JE. Digital video: The next step in reference and education. In: Thompson HA, ed. Learning to make a difference: Proceedings of the Eleventh national Conference of the Association of College and Research Libraries, April 10-13, 2003, Charlotte, North Carolina. Chicago: American Library Association, 2003:121-130.
Ford CC, Lessick S. Wireless computing services. Libr Hi Tech News 2002;19(5).
Lessick SR. Reference desk partnering – success story: experience at the University of California, Irvine, Science Library. Libr Mosaics. Nov/Dec 1998; 9(6):8-11.
Lessick SR. Roles of reference librarians: today and tomorrow (book review). Libr Manage 1998;19 (3):213-15.
Hamre RC, Lessick SR. Reference Desk Partnering: A Success Story [Internet] California Library Association’s 99th Annual Conference. Pasadena: CLA 1997. http://www.ala.org/aboutala/offices/hrdr/librarysupportstaff/referencedesk (Accessed Oct 28, 2021).Document ID: 0a046c7f-00dc-4c94-d5cb-47d1b5f97576
Russell SE. PAM (Public-Access Microcomputer) service in an academic medical center library. Bull Med Libr Assoc. 1987;75(2):166-7.
BOOK CHAPTERS
Lessick S, Hinrichs R, Philbrick J, Cleveland A. Conducting Research as a Health Sciences Librarian. Foundations of Health Sciences Librarianship. Lanham, MD: Rowman & Littlefield. 2026, In preparation.
Lessick S, Lessick S. On-site and web-based information services. In: Bandy M, Dudden R, eds., MLA Guide to Managing Health Care Libraries. 2nd Edition. New York: Neal-Schuman. 2011. 239-259.
Lessick SR. Transforming reference staffing for the digital library. In: Lankes RD, Collins JW, Kasowitz AS, ed. Digital reference service in the new millennium: Planning, management, and evaluation. New York: Neal-Schuman, 2000. (The new library series; no.6), 25-36.
Lessick SR. Administration and organization of services. In: Lipscomb C, ed. Access and Delivery of Information in Health Sciences Libraries. Chicago: Medical Library Association. 1996. (Bunting A, ed. Current Practice in Health Sciences Librarianship), 1-57.
CONFERENCE REFEREED PAPERS AND POSTERS
Lessick S, Susan, Philbrick J, Vardell E, Cleveland A. Deepening Research Capacity of Health Sciences Librarians: Effectiveness of the MLA Research Training Institute (RTI) Online Program. Paper presented: MLA|SLA '23 vConference & Exhibits; 16-19 May 2023.
Cleveland AD, Philbrick JL, Vardell E, Lessick S. Embedding Graduate LIS Students into the MLA Research Training Institute (RTI): A Unique Model for Research Methods Education. Paper presented: SCC/MLA 2021 Virtual Meeting: Armadillos Together; Oct 12-14, 2021.
Philbrick JL, Kloda LA, Lessick S, Vardell E. Transforming Practice through an Innovative Training Model: MLA Research Training Institute. Paper presented: MLA ’21 vConference & Exhibits: Transforming Our Diversifying Communities; May 10-27, 2021.
Philbrick JL, Kloda LA, Lessick S. Looking back two years: assessment results of MLA’s Research Training Institute. Paper presented at: South Central Chapter (SCC)/MLA Virtual Meeting 2020; Oct 25-29, 2020.
Philbrick JL, Kloda LA, Lessick S. Research Training Institute (RTI) assessment results two years after: building a research support system for health sciences librarian-researchers. Paper presented at: MLA ’20 vConference & Exhibits; 27 Jul 27–Aug, 2020.
Kloda L, Philbrick J, Lessick S. Reducing uncertainty: building health sciences librarians’ capacity for evidence-based practice through a Research Training Institute. Paper presented at: Using Evidence in Times of Uncertainty: 10th International Evidence Based Library and Information Practice Conference; Glasgow, Scotland, UK; Jun 17-19, 2019.
Philbrick JL, Kloda LA, Lessick S. Elevating health sciences librarians’ research capacity through an innovative Research Training Institute (RTI). Paper presented at: Elevate! MLA ’19: Medical Library Association Annual Meeting; Chicago, IL; May 3-8, 2019.
Lessick S. Research Training Institute (RTI) for Health Sciences Librarians update. Paper presented at: Adapting | Transforming | Leading, MLA ’18: Medical Library Association Annual Meeting; Atlanta, GA; May 18-23, 2018.
Lessick S, Chu F, Garcia P, Hillskemper J, Santiago J. PDAs Transform Library Services and Content. Poster presented at: MLA ’09 MLA Annual Meeting; Honolulu HI, May 15-20, 2009.
Lessick S. Copyright on Campus: New Roles for Libraries. Paper presented at MLA ’05 MLA Annual Meeting), San Antonio, TX, May. 14-19, 2005.
Lessick S., Crooks J., Ruttenberg J., Tunender H. Use of Digital Video Technology to Deliver Digital Reference: Toward a Video Reference Model. Paper presented: MLA ’04 Annual Meeting, Washington, D.C., May 21-26, 2004.
Lessick S., Kjaer K., Tunender H. Digital Video: The Next Step in Reference and Education. Paper presented: 11the ACRL National Conference, Charlotte, N.C., Apr 11, 2003.
Lessick S, Kjaer K. Televideo Reference: The UC Irvine Experience. Paper presented at: 8th ACRL National Conference, Nashville, Apr 11-14, 1997.
Russell S. Measuring and assessing medical reference transactions. Paper presented at: 90the Annual Meeting of the Medical Library Association, Detroit, May 18-24, 1990.
Russell S. Use of technology in lobbying. Poster presented at: 90th Annual Meeting of the Medical Library Association, Detroit, May 18-24, 1990.
Russell S. Software collections, copyright, and contract law. Paper presented at: Joint Meeting of the Northern California and Nevada Medical Library Group and the Medical Library Group of Southern California and Arizona, San Francisco, Feb 14, 1986.
Loepprich J, Russell S, Lewis J, Dennis C. Case of the information explosion: a case study in cooperation. Paper presented at: 86th Annual Meeting of the Medical Library Association, Minneapolis, May 16-22, 1986.
Russell S. Public Access Microcomputer (PAM) service in an academic medical center library. Paper presented at: 86th Annual Meeting of the Medical Library Association, Minneapolis, May 16-22, 1986.
Russell S. Medical Library Consortium of Santa Clara Valley. Paper presented at: Fall Program of the Northern California & Nevada Medical Library Group, Berkeley, Nov 18, 1981.
EDITORIAL ACTIVITIES
Editor, RTI Research Spotlight, MLAConnect, 2019 to present.
Editor, MLA RTI News, 2017 to present.
Virtual Projects Section Editor, J Med Libr Assoc, 2013-2020.
Editorial Board, Journal of the Medical Library Association (JMLA), 2011-2013.
Consulting Editor. UC Copyright Education [Online]. 2003-2008. https://copyright.universityofcalifornia.edu (Accessed Oct 28, 2021).
Editorial Board, Bulletin of the Medical Library Association (BMLA), 1996-1999.
Grants
Funded projects
Project Director: RTI ONLINE: Deepening Research Capacity of Health Sciences Librarians, Institute of Museum and Library Services, Laura Bush 21st Century Librarian Program grant (RE-246568-OLS-20; $227,862), Funded 2020-2023. https://www.imls.gov/grants/awarded/re-246568-ols-20
Project Director: Research Training Institute for Health Sciences Librarians: Building Research Capacity and Community Engagement in Health Librarianship, Institute of Museum and Library Services, Laura Bush 21st Century Librarian Program grant (RE-246568-OLS-20; $238,989), Funded 2017-2010. https://www.imls.gov/grants/awarded/re-95-17-0025-17
Principle Investigator: Implementing color printers in UCI Libraries Computer Labs, Tektronix Foundation. $30,000. Funded 1995.
Principal Investigator: Measuring and Assessing Reference Transactions in an Academic Medical Center Library. University-wide Research Grants for Librarians Program, LAUC. $4,800. Funded 1989-90.
Project Director: Alteration and Renovation of a Health Science Library, National Library of Medicine (NLM) grant (NLM-EMP:1 Go8 LM 03269-01; $50,000), Funded 1977-1983.
Project Director: MEDISHARE, Medical Library Consortium of Santa Clara Valley. NLM Grant. (NLM; G08LM02733). $17,549.00. Funded 1977-79.
UCI Funded Projects
Library Resources to Support New Undergraduate Nursing Science Program. UC Irvine. $140,000 annual funding. Funded 2006.
New UCI Libraries Outreach Initiative: SPIRIT Project. UCOP School-University Partnership (SUP) Project Funds. $60,000 annual funding. Funded 1999-2002.
UCIMC Library Renovation Project. UC Office of the President Minor Capital Improvement Project. Reference: (Project #997766). $202,000. Funded 1995.
Co-Investigator: Integrating an Auscultatory Simulation Program into the Cardiology Curriculum. Medical Education/Research and Development Award, UCI/CCM. $5,300.00. Funded 1989.
Co-Investigator: Incorporating Interactive Video into the Pediatric Core Curriculum. Medical Education/Research and Development Award, UCI/CCM. $2,600.00. Funded 1988.
Professional Societies
Medical Library Association, 1984 to present
Medical Library Group of Southern California and Arizona,1985-2015, 2020 to present
Other Experience
Founding Director, Research Training Institute for Health Sciences Librarians, Medical Library Association
2017—2025
2017—2025
UCI Emeriti Association, Executive Committee Member 2013—2025
Research Centers
Medical Library Association (MLA) Research Training Institute (RTI) for Health Sciences Librarians (Founding Director)
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