Blending Library and IT Services in a Community College Setting

Library and IT services are responsive to the same students within college and university settings but can have different missions or visions. While it is not uncommon to merge these units, doing so will not necessarily improve the overall student experience. Strategically blending the library and IT services may be an effective approach to consider. Northern Essex Community College has successfully used this model during the past three years, and the library's perspective on this change, and its impact on academics, will be presented.

Outcomes: Understand the factors that led to NECC blending its IT and library services * Interpret data that measures the impact of blending IT and library services * Identify processes necessary to effect a blended approach at other institutions