Dominican’s Graduate School of Library and Information Science has long been a presence on Chicago’s higher education landscape, first offering library science programs in the 1930s.For more than 80 years, we’ve been there. Inspiring learners. Producing Leaders. Shaping the world of library and information science so that individuals and families everywhere get the most out of their library experience. At the Graduate School of Library and Information Science (GSLIS), ours is a higher standard. A standard founded on rigorous programming, exceptional and personalized instruction, and a deep understanding and appreciation for the needs of working professionals when it comes to graduate education.

1. Innovations in Library Science.

2. Dr. Kate Marek, Professor and Interim Dean
Academic areas of interest:
Technology development in information
services, including digital libraries
and internet applications; information
policy; global information issues
Teaches the following courses:
Introduction to Library and Information
Science, Internet Fundamentals and
Design, Advanced Web Design, Digital Libraries

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Give you an overview of librarianship today
Tell you about Dominican University
What is distinctive about GSLIS?
Programs and degree requirements
Application process and financial aid
options
• Questions and answers

4. • We are guided by relevant professional
standards and core competencies

5. • A master’s degree from an American
Library Association (ALA)-accredited
library and information science program
prepares and qualifies you for a
professional career in LIS.
• Visit www.ala.org.

6. ALA has established standards in:
• Mission, goals, and objectives
• Curriculum
• Faculty
• Students
• Administration and financial support
• Physical resources and facilities

7. Librarians are expert in
• Location, evaluation, selection, acquisition;
• Organization, storage and
retrieval, preservation;
• Creation and dissemination
of all types of information
(print, digital, audiovisual, and more)

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Youth services librarian
Reference librarian
Archivist, digital archivist
School library media specialist
Instructional services librarian
Outreach librarian
Many more roles!

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Academic/college libraries
Public libraries
Schools (K-12)
Special/corporate libraries
Archives
Museums & other cultural institutions

10. • Opportunities exist; flexibility is key
• Favorable trend: 90% of 2012 grads were
employed one year after
graduation, compared with 83% in 2011
grads and 79% in 2010 (DU Office of
Institutional Research)
• GSLIS Career Services support; access to
Dominican’s online jobs database; annual
Career Day; periodic workshops

11. “As a Sinsinawa Dominican-sponsored
institution, Dominican University prepares
students to pursue truth, to give
compassionate service and to participate in
the creation of a more just and humane
world.”

12. “The premier, service-oriented education at
GSLIS takes place within the context of the
university’s commitment to values-centered
student development and our commitment to
relevant professional standards, emerging
technologies, and cultural inclusivity.”

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Chicago’s only ALA-accredited MLIS
Exceptional faculty with practical experience
Small class sizes; personalized experience
Wide variety of courses and pathways
Flexible options:
evenings, weekends, online, downtown, main
campus
• Proximity to Chicago institutions
• Supportive alumnae/i network

14. • Teaching
• Student advising
• Scholarship and
professional
development
• Service to the
university community

15. • Four required courses (12 hours)
− LIS 701 Intro. to Library & Information Science
− LIS 703 Organization of Knowledge
− LIS 704 Reference & Online Services
− LIS 770 Management of Libraries and
Information Centers OR LIS 773 School
Libraries
• Eight elective courses (24 hours)
− More than 80 to choose from

16. • Completion of degree in 6 years
• 3.0 minimum grade point average on 4.0
scale
• Technology competency expectations met
• Successful completion of an e-portfolio
• A thesis is NOT required

17. • Nine required courses (27 hours)
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LIS 701 Intro. to Library & Information Science
LIS 703 Organization of Knowledge
LIS 704 Reference and Online Services
LIS 773 School Libraries
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LIS 716 Leadership and Strategic Communication
LIS 721 Library Materials for Children
LIS 722 Library Materials for Young Adults
LIS 724 Media Services and Production
LIS 725 Curriculum and School Libraries
• Three elective courses (9 hours)

18. Additional Requirements
− LIS 728 Clinical Experience I−Student
Teaching OR
− LIS 729 Clinical Experience II−Internship
− Education competencies
− Illinois certification/licensure tests
− Attend an in-person advising session

19. • Master of Business Administration, Brennan
School of Business at Dominican
• Master of Social Work, School of Social Work at
Dominican
• Master of Arts in Public History, Loyola University
Chicago
• Master of Divinity, McCormick Theological
Seminary

20. 5 courses (out of your electives); may be
earned as part of the MLIS, or to returning
students with an ALA-accredited MLIS:
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Archival & Cultural Heritage Resources/Services
Informatics
Youth Services
Knowledge Management (only 4 courses; may
be earned post-baccalaureate)
• Certificate of Special Study (post-MLIS)

21. • A second professional degree for holders
of ALA-accredited MLIS or related
information degrees, certified school
librarians, archivists, etc.
• 10 courses (30 hours)
• Certificates (up to 2) may count toward the
MPS
• A thesis is NOT required

22. • Completion of degree in 3 years (option to
extend)
• Cohort model; all classes on weekends
• Allows professionals to complete the
degree without career interruption
• 12 courses (36 hours); six required
courses & six electives courses
• Dissertation

23. • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution
• Official transcripts from all schools attended in
sealed envelopes
• For GPA below 3.0, submit GRE or MAT scores
• Two letters of recommendation
• Personal essay
• $50 application fee
• International students please
contact us regarding requirements

24. • The university recognizes graduate study
is a significant financial commitment
• Special, limited offer for new students
beginning in summer or fall 2013 only
• $500 per class across the degree
• Up to $6,000
• Details in the acceptance letter

25. • Federal loans
(must be registered for at least 2 courses)
www.fafsa.gov
code = 001750
• Customized combination of sources for
individual needs
• Contact: Dominican University Financial
Aid Office (Lewis Hall, Room
12), finaid@dom.edu

26. • Off-campus:
-Online College Central Network database at
www.dom.edu/aec/career
-Job postings bulletin board
• On campus:
-Faculty assistants
-GSLIS office assistants

27. • www.ala.org
• www.dom.edu/gslis
• Attend an upcoming event:
www.dom.edu/gslis/events
• “Like” us on Facebook; follow
us on Twitter; join the GSLIS
LinkedIn group