Reports results of a pilot study and full survey of preservation/conservation concerns about the non-rare book collections at the Syracuse University libraries. The methodology is described, including physical characteristics of the collections that were examined and statistical analyses used. (CLB)

Investigates relationship between number of card catalog access points provided for a group of randomly selected education book titles in academic library and number of times the same titles circulated in specified period of time. Research method, sample selection, and data collection and analysis are discussed. Twelve references are provided.…

Illustrates the use of factor analysis in interpreting large sets of data. Describes how factor analysis of a 19-question survey revealed faculty opinions about library policies for (1) computerized access; (2) circulation; (3) specialized collections/services; and (4) the general collection. A characterization of each category is followed by…

A highly structured inexpensive teletype system used by several libraries in western Illinois has resulted in filling about 50 percent of the members' requests for monographs despite a nearly total lack of knowledge of each other's holdings. Recent experimentation with the OCLC interlibrary loan subsystem shows promise under similar conditions.…

Reveals that 62 of 64 responding academic institutions grant some librarians faculty status, and 40 grant faculty status to all librarians. Greatest differences in benefits for teaching and librarian faculty occur in length of contract year and publishing responsibilities. Three references and a copy of the questionnaire are included. (RAA)

Reports the findings of a six-year West Virginia University study that tested the "direct access" debate in its main library after undergoing the transition from closed to open stacks. Circulation, book availability, and search and library-use statistics are provided, and their implications are discussed. (Author/JD)

Through a questionnaire, members of the ACRL Discussion Group of Personnel Officers of Research Libraries rated the relative importance of 43 items commonly found on resumes. From the data collected a model resume is suggested, identifying elements that are of greatest importance and interest to academic libraries seeking librarians. (Author)

Describes a survey of CD-ROM users at the Pennsylvania State University library that was conducted to determine who the users were, which systems were most popular, how patrons perceived help available to them, and what types of instruction they wanted. Suggestions for improvements in service were also requested. (15 references) (LRW)

Presents results of an evaluation of C.D. Cat, a CD-ROM union catalog developed by the Associated College Libraries of Central Pennsylvania consortium. Outcomes are reported in the areas of bibliographic quality, user evaluation, public relations strategies, bibliographic instruction, and guidelines for continuing operations. Recommendations are…

Data from a national sample of academic library directors were used to determine their educational attainment, previous professional experience, selection processes through internal or external channels, and whether male or female directors tend to be appointed through internal or external progression. (JAB)

Observations on the causes of user frustration at Sears Library, Case Western Reserve University were done in 1972 and 1974. A method of analysis was developed that allows for the calculation of four independent probabilities indicating measures of performance of acquisitions policy, circulation policy, library operations and users. (Author/AP)

This study analyzing library position vacancies advertised in Library Journal indicates that job opportunities are entering a period of marked decline. Four tables of data and a graph depict the trends, and six references are listed. (RAA)

A questionnaire survey of 94 academic libraries holding membership in the Association of Research Libraries found that 15 percent require librarians to publish. (Author)

The decision styles of 370 academic library directors were studied using the Decision Style Inventory. Results indicated that most directors have an idea rather than an action orientation and that most are left-brain dominant. Preferred decision styles among directors at doctoral, comprehensive, baccalaureate, and two-year institutions differed…

Multiple regression analysis was employed to determine three variables which best correlate with circulation: number of books added, full-time equivalent size of student body, and undergraduate and graduate courses offered. A regression equation recommending a predictive value for the number of books to be added was developed; data tables are…