Abstract
Academic libraries are evolving into dynamic, multifaceted hubs that support a diverse array of intellectual, professional and personal needs within the academia and beyond. The adoption of the PARS approach—People, Accessible, Responsive, and Strategic—guides the comprehensive service delivery model at the Zach S. Henderson Library, ensuring that resources and services cater to a wide range of users, including students, faculty, staff, and populace in the local jurisdiction. Through collaborative efforts, born out of cross-campus partnerships, the library becomes an integral part of the broader campus ecosystem that prioritizes engagement and inclusion as facilitated by Georgia Southern University. This presentation examines how academic libraries could adapt to meet the complex and evolving needs of their patrons through the PARS approach- People, Accessible, Responsive, and Strategic Services. By integrating personalized research support, accessibility enhancements, mental well-being initiatives, and specialized resources, the library can create a comprehensive framework that empowers students, faculty, staff, and community patrons.
| Original language | American English |
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| State | Published - Mar 6 2025 |
| Event | Annual Reference and User Services Association Virtual Forum: Meeting Users' Needs - Virtual Duration: Mar 4 2025 → Mar 6 2025 Conference number: 4 https://www.ala.org/rusa/rusa-virtual-forum-meeting-users-needs-edia |
Conference
| Conference | Annual Reference and User Services Association Virtual Forum |
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| Abbreviated title | RUSA EDIA |
| Period | 03/4/25 → 03/6/25 |
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