Sarah Smith

Degree Information:
Master's in Library and Information Science, concentration in Digital Libraries, Drexel
University
Bachelor of Arts, Sociology, minor in Statistics, University of Wyoming
Job Duties:
- Library liaison for Psychology, Education, English 1010 and the Health Sciences & Wellness Pathway
- Information literacy instruction and curriculum development that fosters critical thinking and interdisciplinary engagement
- Resource management that supports teaching and learning
- Professional collaboration to meet the evolving needs of students, programs and the institution
- User experience and services enhancement to ensure user-centric design in the library
About:
After 12 years in Institutional Research, Sarah returned to the library profession in 2025 as a full-time Faculty Librarian in the Ludden Library. Sarah loves connecting people with the information they need to be successful. In her spare time, Sarah enjoys reading, listening to podcasts, playing tabletop games, gardening, teaching and coaching young people, scouting and music.
Professional Memberships:
Wyoming Library Association
Electronic Resources & Libraries
Publications/Presentations:
Carrier, J.W., Perkins, M.A., Wilson, B.A., Smith, S., Maestas, S., Schaffer, J.M. (2022). Community college course success rates by semester block: An institutional research team's findings and recommendations. Journal of Applied Research in the Community College. 29(2), 89-104.
