The Association of Research Libraries (ARL) Intensive Learning Program (ILP) Task Force has chosen 19 fellows for the 2023 cohort, based on recommendations from the ILP Selection Working Group. The ILP is an eight-month hybrid experience that explores operational aspects of senior leader portfolios in research libraries and archives as well as responsibilities related to managing those portfolios. The ILP strengthens strategic thinking and decision-making skills to ensure effective leadership of research libraries in a time of rapid, continuous change. Through the ARL ILP, fellows will attend virtual monthly educational sessions, virtual small-group coaching sessions, the Fall 2023 ARL Association Meeting, and the ARL Learning Summit.
“The caliber of applicants for this inaugural cohort is simply impressive, with each person bringing a unique set of skills, experiences, and perspectives,” said Doug Way, ILP Selection Working Group member, and dean of libraries and William T. Young Endowed Chair at University of Kentucky. “The collective strengths of this cohort will no doubt mean a transformative experience for not only these leaders, but also their institutions and the broader research library community.”
The 2023 ARL Intensive Learning Program Fellows are:
- Elsa Alvaro, Director of Academic Engagement, Northwestern University Libraries
- Allison Benedetti, Interim Associate University Librarian for User Engagement, and Director of Arts, Music, and Powell Libraries, UCLA Library
- Neelam Bharti, Associate Dean for Research and Learning Services, Florida State University Libraries
- Kim Collins, Associate University Librarian for Research, Engagement, and Scholarly Communications, Emory University Libraries
- Kerry Creelman, Associate Dean for Collections Strategies & Discovery, University of Houston Libraries
- Melinda Dermody, Interim Associate Dean, Academic Success, Syracuse University Libraries
- Melissa Gasparotto, Associate Vice Provost for Operations, Access Services, and Strategic Partnerships, University of Pennsylvania Libraries
- Jody Gray, Associate University Librarian for Research, University of Minnesota Libraries
- Meg Grotti, Associate University Librarian for Learning, Engagement, and Curriculum Support, University of Delaware Library, Museums, and Press
- Melanie Hawks, Assistant Dean, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, and Director, Library Human Resources, The University of Utah J. Willard Marriott Library
- Casey Hoeve, Associate University Librarian, Content, Access & Open Licensing, McMaster University Library
- Kimberly Davies Hoffman, Interim Assistant Dean of Engaged Learning & Research, University of Rochester River Campus Libraries
- Vicky Lebbin, Interim Associate University Librarian, University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa Library
- Colleen Major, Associate University Librarian for Scholarly Resources, Brown University Library
- Rikke Sarah Ogawa, Assistant University Librarian for Public Services, University of California, Irvine Libraries
- Karim Tharani, Associate Dean, Research and Collections, University of Saskatchewan Library
- Melanee Vicedo, Associate Dean, Teaching, Learning & Research Engagement, University of Southern California Libraries
- Katy Webb, Director of Yale Library Access Services and Bass Library, Yale University Library
- Le Yang, Associate Vice Provost & University Librarian for Collections & Discovery Services, University of Oregon Libraries
More information about the Intensive Learning Program is available on the ARL website.
About the Association of Research Libraries
The Association of Research Libraries (ARL) is a nonprofit organization of research libraries in Canada and the US whose vision is to create a trusted, equitable, and inclusive research and learning ecosystem and prepare library leaders to advance this work in strategic partnership with member libraries and other organizations worldwide. ARL’s mission is to empower and advocate for research libraries and archives to shape, influence, and implement institutional, national, and international policy. ARL develops the next generation of leaders and enables strategic cooperation among partner institutions to benefit scholarship and society. ARL is on the web at ARL.org.
