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To
convey library material order requests from the departmental faculty
to the library.
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To
apprise the library of any changes in programmatic, curriculum or
research emphases. Early warning is desirable, particularly for contemplated
new degree programs or research institutes/centers.
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To
work with their library subject specialist in analyzing collection
strengths and weaknesses and needed action. For those departments
subject to accreditation, to inform their library subject specialist
in a timely fashion of what library data is needed for the self-study
report.
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To
act as a conduit to their department for information on changes in
library policies and procedures, and the impact of changes in the
library's budget.
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To
orient new faculty members coming into their department to library
matters, e.g., who their library subject specialist is, how to request
that a book be ordered, how to get materials put on reserve for their
classes, circulation policies, etc.
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