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The Library Liaison Program (LLP) is designed to support the university’s teaching, learning, and research needs by fostering strong partnerships between LAU libraries and academic departments. It facilitates two-way communication and exchange of information between LAU libraries and academic departments.

Modality of implementation

The University Libraries designates a Librarian to serve as the Library Liaison (LL) for each academic school. In parallel, each school appoints a Faculty Liaison (FL) to collaborate with the LL.

What is the role of the Library Liaison (LL)?

The Library Liaison acts as the school’s primary point of contact within the library. Key responsibilities include:

1. Keeping the FL updated about library services, resources, rules and regulations, and new initiatives;
2. Working with the FL to understand course goals and identify curriculum and research needs;
3. Advocating for the department or school needs;
4. Connecting the FL with the respective librarian(s) and service point(s);
5. Assisting with accreditation-related documentation;
6. Attending departmental meetings, seminars, or other activities to enhance library visibility and engagement;
7. Meeting with new faculty members to introduce library services.

What is the role of the Faculty Liaison (FL)?

The Faculty Liaison acts as the school representative in communicating with the library. Key responsibilities include:

1. Informing the LL about the school’s emerging needs, priorities, and the development of new programs or courses;
2. Proposing changes to library services and practices;
3. Introducing new faculty members to the library leadership;
4. Coordinating requests for library instruction, resources, and services;
5. Advising on collection development, including identifying resource gaps and recommending acquisitions;
6. Promoting and advocating for library services and initiatives within their department or school.

Who is your Library Liaison (LL)?

Schools	Names
Adnan Kassar School of Business	Maya Nahra, Ext. 1217
Alice Ramez Chagoury School of Nursing	Diala Al Samarani, Ext. 3877
Gilbert and Rose-Marie Chagoury School of Medicine	Diala Al Samarani, Ext. 3877
School of Architecture & Design	Chirine Saghir, Ext. 1617 - Hind El Lawn, Ext. 2155
School of Arts & Sciences	Ghenwa Wehbe, Ext. 1821
School of Engineering	Ibrahim Farah, Ext. 2503
School of Pharmacy	Diala Al Samarani, Ext. 3877