Library Assessment Review Committee

The Library Assessment Review Committee (LARC) reviews and analyzes library related statistics, recommends areas of library activities needing additional assessment, and develops strategies for gathering needed data. Jane Williams, Director of PASD, is the Interim Chair and she is assisted by a Graduate Assistant. More specifically, LARC is charged to do the following things:

• Define the extent of performance assessment needs based upon a review of the libraries resources, services, activities, and functions.
• Determine applicable processes to be used for measurement.
• Prioritize measurement activities based upon resources and mission.
• Recommend an assessment program to support planning, decision-making, and budget justifications.
• Recommend the development of benchmarks for evaluation.
• Recommend a vehicle for periodic reassessment and planning on a schedule that meets the MIS manager's work cycle.

LARC meets from 2:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. on the second Wednesday of each month.

Current LARC Members

• Jane Williams (Interim Chair)
• Svetla Baykoucheva
• Nevenka Zdravkovska
• Jennie Knies
• Britney Crawford (MIS GA)

Contact LARC

We're always looking for new ideas and feedback. If you would like any additional information or you have suggestions for LARC, please contact Jane Williams.

Phone: 301-405-9124
E-mail:lib-larc@umd.edu

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