Library and Information Science

Overview

Key facts

It includes educational opportunities beyond formal coursework through one-on-one interaction with the faculty; hands-on learning in libraries and information centers; exposure to leaders in the profession; and direct participation in research projects. The program from Syracuse University is offered in both campus and distance learning formats and can be completed on a full-time or part-time basis. 

The focus on information justice, equity, and community engagement will be applied and demonstrated through core courses focusing on access and use of information, community information use and users, cultural responsiveness, organization of information and knowledge, evaluation of knowledge, knowledge producing, dissemination and preservation systems, leadership, advocacy, social justice, and best practices for information management.

Graduates of the iSchool’s Library and Information Science program:

• Advance information equity and justice by applying professional ethics, values, and standards to work towards a just and equitable information society.
• Connect, engage, and collaborate with users and their communities through the provision of inclusive resources, services, and spaces.
• Design and innovate to create equitable, just, and engaging information artifacts, including services, systems, spaces, resources, and technologies.
• Lead and manage people and projects in an equitable, just, and culturally responsive manner.
• Demonstrate information literacy and technological agility.