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Peer reviewedJolivet, Linda C.; Knowles, Em Claire – Reference Librarian, 1996
Defining and expanding diversity in the workplace may involve reassessment of the dominant workplace culture in libraries, in order to foster better understanding and more effective management, retention, and promotion of librarians of color. Highlights include a selected bibliography and a survey instrument that analyzes the dominant culture of a…
Descriptors: Bibliographies, Cultural Differences, Cultural Pluralism, Libraries
Peer reviewedHernandez, Mary N. – Reference Librarian, 1994
Discussion of recruiting and hiring minorities in academic libraries focuses on steps needed for the retention of these minorities. Highlights include literature search strategies; mentoring systems; networking within and outside the organization; and supervision, including immediate feedback. (Contains 20 references.) (LRW)
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Cultural Differences, Feedback, Higher Education
Liu, Carol F. L. – Library Administration & Management, 1994
This first of two articles on cultural diversity in the library profession includes comments from presidents of three of the American Library Association (ALA) ethnic caucuses: Spanish-Speaking, Asian and Pacific American, and Chinese American. Topics discussed include mentoring, education, networking, leadership, and activities of the Library…
Descriptors: Asian Americans, Chinese Americans, Cultural Differences, Ethnic Groups
