Briefly describes the findings reported in the American Library Association (ALA) Survey of Library Salaries for 1988, including comparisons of salaries in libraries grouped into type and size categories, geographic regions, positions within libraries, and salary increases since 1986. Information needed to order the full report is provided. (CLB)

Idaho State University Library's experience shows how smaller libraries with limited resources can provide broad library services to distance faculty and students through the Internet, electronic information systems, and cooperation with other libraries. (Comments by Foster and Gaines are provided.) (SK)

Explains the theory of learning organizations and offers examples from and implications for library management practice. Parallels are drawn between academic library reorganization and the ideas of learning organizations. (Author/JKP)

Discusses the integration of electronic ordering and document delivery and its implications for academic libraries. Reasons why libraries are developing such services are considered, including economics, service, and the growth of electronic publishing; and components are described, including electronic finding and ordering, electronic delivery,…

Discusses results of a paper deterioration study of the general collection of the Brigham Young University (BYU) library and compares results with those from similar studies conducted at Yale University and Syracuse University. Paper acidity (measured by pH), brittleness, and age are examined; and future studies are suggested. (14 references) (LRW)

Discussion of instruction for library patrons in the use of CD-ROM products focuses on the integration of CD-ROM instruction into standard user education based on the Association of College and Research Libraries/Bibliographic Instruction Section's objectives for academic bibliographic instruction. Goals specific to CD-ROM are described. (eight…

Drawing on management theory, this article explores the costs, benefits, and sources of organizational conflict in the academic library context. Five responses to conflict (using power, avoiding, accommodating, compromising, and problem solving) are described, and guidelines for using problem solving to manage conflict effectively are offered. (14…

Eight articles address topics related to development and fund raising in libraries: philanthropy; public relations and fund raising; special events and fund raising; finding donors; annual funds in academic libraries; library capital campaigns; a public library endowment campaign; and planned giving. An introduction to the articles and a 244-item…

Looks at the effects on costs, productivity, and service of faculty status for academic librarians. Three data sets are analyzed: (1) individual characteristics and salaries of librarians and faculty at Clemson University; (2) individual characteristics and salaries of librarians at 15 academic libraries; and (3) salaries and productivity of…

Of 254 university library employees, 58 identified themselves as members of underrepresented groups, although 15% were in groups not traditionally considered underrepresented. This self-categorization was associated with lower job satisfaction, poorer perception of organizational climate, and more negative reactions to diversity issues. (SK)

Describes the unique design qualities, found in some college libraries, that help create individuality. Examines library designs that complement school's traditional images and facilitate learning while providing optimum user satisfaction. (GR)

Discusses the debate over the appropriate terminal degree for the professional academic librarian, based on the original statement from the ACRL (Association of College and Research Libraries) and its recommended American Library Association-accredited master's degree in library science, as well as opinions that recommended further graduate study,…

Describes results of a survey of recent academic-library appointees that focused on specific application practices. Results show that large numbers of applicants waste time by applying for positions for which they do not meet minimum qualifications, failing to meet deadlines, and not submitting requested materials. (Author/LRW)

Visual images of gender from five years of three library publications were examined. Results, charted in five figures, are discussed in terms of journal covers, entire issues, text, advertisements, number of professional librarians, and academic versus general libraries. Findings show that women are visually underrepresented. (AEF)

Demonstrates factors involved in moving a university library to a new location, based on experiences at the University of Kentucky. Some logistics of a move include the following: the collection has to be measured and its destination determined; a book that is relabeled should be handled only five times; book carts must avoid gridlock; getting it…