Introduction
Library Advisory Group (LAG)
The Library Advisory Group provides a communication channel for helping shape the future direction of the Library. Members of the Advisory Group are engaged in providing input to inform Library services, resources, and strategic directions in support of research and learning, and report to the library management team.
I. Objectives
The LAG discusses matters related to the University Library including feedback about collections, access, services, and present and future needs of the University Community.
The Library Advisory Group:
- Reviews the Library's strategic visioning and goal setting;
- Advises on library policies for resources, services, and operations;
- Gives input and feedback on strategies and programs underway;
- Makes recommendations for purchases to advance the technological environment within University Libraries;
- Facilitates better embedding of information literacy learning in the curriculum;
- Considers broad issues pertinent to external scholarly communication, open access, and the role of the university library in teaching and research;
- Promotes the Library to the internal and external community.
II. Membership
Present Members
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Bong-Hwan OH Dr. Bong-Hwan Oh is a Lecturer (Assistant Professor) at the School of Internet of Things, Xi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University. He is the Library Liaison Officer of several schools, including AAC, ATE, IFS, IOT, IRE, IME, CHP, and EEH. |
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Chao Teng Ms. Chao Teng serves as the Deputy University Librarian for Operations and User Services. She oversees library spaces, circulation, events, and textbook services, ensuring effective space management and user engagement. |
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Darcy Sperlich Dr. Darcy Sperlich is an Associate Professor at the School of Humanities and Social Sciences. He is the Library Liaison Officer of the Department of Applied Linguistics. Currently, he is part of the editorial board for Humanities & Social Sciences Communications. |
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Graham Dawson Dr. Graham Dawson is an Associate Professor at the School of Science. He was previously the co-chair of the Library Affairs Committee. He is also the Library Liaison Officer of the Department of Chemistry, Biological Sciences and Health and Environmental Sciences. |
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Jun Wang Ms. Jun Wang is now the Team Leader of the Academic Liaison and Reference Division at XJTLU Library. She received a Master of Science degree from the Department of Physics, University of Hong Kong. She is a fellow of the Higher Education Academy (UK). |
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Liping Yang Ms. Liping Yang is an Associate Research Librarian, Engineer, and a member of the British Institute of Higher Education. She was previously the co-chair of the Library Affairs Committee. She is also qualified as the Sci-tech Novelty Search Auditor by China’s Ministry of Education. |
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Lulu Wang Ms. Lulu Wang is Research and Instruction Librarian at XJTLU Library. She is an MBA graduate from the University of Amsterdam, where she worked in the library discipline for three years. Undertake curriculum planning and reference services for library information literacy education. |
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Xiangyun Lu Dr. Xiangyun Lu, an Assistant Professor with expertise in Computer Science and Accounting, joined IBSS in October 2016. She is also the Library Liaison Officer of International Business School Suzhou.
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Yunying Zhang Ms. Yunying Zhang leads the Textbook and Publication Division, specializing in textbook ordering services and publication support. She is committed to enhancing the textbook collection. |
III. Frequency and Format of Meetings
The Library Advisory Group shall meet when necessary. We aim to host offline LAG activities, usually in the XJTLU Library, but we also encourage online participation for those users who are unable to come to campus.
During a LAG event, we will reach out to our LAG mailing list to invite participation. Additionally, we will disseminate information more broadly through our social media platforms and our library website. We may choose to hold a one off meeting/event where we encourage LAG members to engage in informal discussions and provide feedback on specific topics or queries we may have. There is also an opportunity to share with us thoughts or offer feedback on any of Library services as well.
Recent Activities
Recent Activity
LAG meeting in AY2023/24
| Date | Wednesday, December 6, 2023 |
| Time | 1:00 – 2:00 pm |
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Agenda |
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