In response to the need to diversify and evolve the library profession, a team of five librarians from Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUE) received a $250,000 IMLS grant to build and implement a Diverse Librarianship Career Training and Education Program in partnership with East St. Louis Public High School. The goal of the program is to make a positive, lasting impression on students by providing them with real-life experiences and encouraging them to explore and pursue potential careers as library professionals. As part of the education component of the program, they have created a curriculum which includes an overview of libraries, as well as information literacy and diversity competencies. This presentation will provide an overview of the program's curriculum and examples developed during implementation.
Participants will:
- Develop their understanding of a library curriculum created specifically for high school students and student interns.
- Share their experiences with high school outreach and/or non-traditional recruitment as it supports diversity, equity, and inclusion.
