Discussion of cooperation between academic and corporate libraries focuses on a case study of the library at the Colorado School of Mines where an industry information center was established. Issues in planning an industry-academic partnership are explored, including feasibility, funding, staffing, terms of agreement, and authority structures.…

Demonstrates the application of multiple regression and double exponential elimination to patronage and circulation data collected at the School of Education at the University of Mississippi to examine the performance of its branch library. (six references) (MES)

Pre-printed form cards are used to advantage in a specialized situation. They allow for individualized cataloging practices and simplicity of clerical follow-up. (Author)

This theme issue includes 11 articles on public relations (PR) in special libraries. Highlights include PR at the Special Libraries Association (SLA); sources for marketing research for libraries; developing a library image; sample PR releases; brand strategies for libraries; case studies; publicizing a consortium; and a bibliography of pertinent…

Describes the use of a customized business case model to evaluate a current awareness service offered by the library of the Ontario Ministry of Finance (Canada). The article provides a practical model of the business case approach that can be used by special librarians to evaluate a variety of services. (Author/LRW)