2016 American Theological Library Association Annual Conference

The Public Services Interest Group plans to facilitate a conversation around ideas for serving distance learners and alumni. A member of the interest group will moderate a panel discussion among colleagues who have had success in working with distance learners and/or providing ongoing service to alumni. The members of the panel will be asked to answer the following questions: “How do distance students get materials?” “How do librarians handle instruction?” “What are the best ways to communicate with distance students?” “What changes have you made, or would you like to make, to your collection or staff to meet the needs of distance students more effectively?” “What services and materials do you make available to alumni, both locally and remotely?” Following the panel discussion, we will offer attendees an opportunity to ask questions and to share ideas and stories.