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Basic Members Directory University of Oklahoma School of Library and Information Studies Basic United States of America North America Member Since 2018 Visit School About The department was founded in 1929 within the College of Arts and Science by Jesse Lee Rader. The first degree programs offered were the Bachelor of Arts in Library Science, Master of Library Science, and the Master of Arts in Library Science. Both Master's programs were conferred accreditation by the American Library Association in 1956. The name was changed to the School of Library and Information Studies in 1990 to reflect the expanding role of the School in the information age. The School continues to offer the only ALA-accredited Library and Information Studies program in Oklahoma. SLIS programs are designed for both traditional students and for working adults. On-campus courses meet once per week during the early evening or in intensive weekend sessions. Interactive digital videoconferencing technology is used to link students and faculty in Norman and Tulsa. Online course offerings use a variety of technology tools to provide a dynamic learning environment, including Canvas, Adobe ConnectPro, Podcasts, and course websites. iSchool Contacts June M. Abbas Director of School Information Behavior and Knowledge Organization Contact Contact Contact

iCaucus Members Directory Zhengzhou University School of Information Management iCaucus China Asia Pacific Member Since 2020 Visit School About Established in 1985, the School of Information Management now has three bachelor’s degrees including Library Science, Information Management and Archival Science; a master’s degree program: Library Information and Archives Management; a professional master’s degree program: Library Information and a doctor’s degree program: Information Management. The school currently has 4 teaching and research offices, 3 specialized laboratories, 2 multimedia classrooms, 2 computer rooms and 160 computers. There are 10 thousand odd books and 70 odd foreign and Chinese periodicals in documentation centre. The school also has a study centre of document information content. The School of Information Management has an enrollment of 551 undergraduates and 114 master degree candidates. The school is staffed by 40 academic staffs including 8 professors, 11 associated professors which account for 66% of the full-time teachers. And it has 16 doctors which account for 53% of the full-time teachers. With 30 years development, the School of Information Management has gained a good reputation in Henan province for its rich teaching experience, leading research results and sound discipline structure. The school now has grown up into a talent training basement and an academic research centre in China. iSchool Contacts Ruixian Yang Vice Dean of Departement Contact Contact Contact

Basic Members Directory University of Porto Faculty of Engineering in cooperation with the Faculty of Arts Basic Portugal Europe Member Since 2012 Visit School About FEUP is a globally renowned institution in a variety of areas of Engineering, for students, technicians, researchers and managers, and for innumerable national and international organizations. This is due to the persistent work of its Community and its various partners over many years, overcoming obstacles of various sorts, and always seizing the opportunity to develop. Its presence on the internet seeks to reflect the many realities existing at the heart of FEUP, and to provide essential information to maintain the internal and external links and to deepen relationships, increasing the efficiency and efficacy of our procedure in Education, Research and Innovation. This work is unending and we are aware that our work and the service offered here must continually improve. We depend on everyone at FEUP, at the University of Porto, and on our partners to offer better service, to generate new knowledge and to have an economic and social impact. iSchool Contacts Carla Teixeira Lopes Head of School Information Retrieval Contact António Lucas Soares Representative Information Systems Contact Contact

Associate Members Directory Universitas Indonesia Department of Library and Information Science, Faculty of Humanities Associate Indonesia Asia Pacific Member Since 2022 Visit School About The Department of Library and Information Science, Faculty of Humanities, Universitas Indonesia (hereinafter referred to as the DIPI FIB UI) is one of the oldest higher education institutions to provide educational programs in the field of library, information, and archives science in Indonesia. Since 1952, the DIPI FIB UI has initiated many innovative and novel study programs produced by its esteemed professors and lecturers. As a library and information science pioneer, DIPI FIB UI introduces new ideas to the field each year through academic events such as international conferences and seminars. In addition, DIPI FIB UI has hosted numerous programs, discussions, and colloquiums over the years. iSchool Contacts Rahmi S. Hum Representative Information-seeking Behaviour Contact Muhamad Prabu Wibowo Head of Postgraduate Program of Library and Information Science Open Research Data, Open Health Data, Health Research Data Repository etc. Contact Contact

Basic Members Directory Josip Juraj Strossmayer University of Osijek Department of Information Sciences, Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences Basic Croatia Europe Member Since 2019 Visit School About The permanent challenge of the Department of Information Sciences is the improvement of study programs that, by focusing on recent technologies, interdisciplinary research, and new scientific disciplines, will respond to the demands of the times in which we live. Our contemporary environment is increasingly called the era of the information society. Scientific research and teaching work at the Department is primarily aimed at encouraging interdisciplinary research related to the phenomenon of that society. Perhaps even more important, among our fundamental tasks is the assessment and improvement of the quality of human life, whereby special attention is paid to the role of information experts in promoting all kinds of literacy, cultivating habits of critical reading, ensuring access to relevant information and generally building a society in which the possibilities of information technology will enrich both business and citizens' free time. Our goal is quality information literacy of citizens. The Department of Information Sciences is not in the service of the information society. He questions that society, critically evaluates it, and seeks and offers guidelines that will help its development and improvement. The department insists on high ethical principles related to the transfer of knowledge and information. iSchool Contacts Sanjica Faletar Head of School Library Services for Socially excluded groups Contact Kornelija Petr Balog Representative Information Organization & Information Evaluation Contact Anita Papić Deputy Head of Department Intelligent Systems, Information Science Theory, Information Literacy Contact

Sustaining Members Directory Linnaeus University Information Institute (iInstitute) Sustaining Sweden Europe Member Since 2017 Visit School About “Information is complex, as are the issues, processes, and technologies associated with it. Such a challenging topic requires a wide range of expertise to address it. It was for this reason the Information Institute – the iInstitute – was created. The iInstitute is a collaborative network which spans numerous departments and faculties at Linnaeus University, ranging from undergraduate to doctoral level programmes. The iInstitute’s vision is to create a leading regional centre in the information field for education, research, and development. The centre fosters coordination and cooperation between academic specialists at Linnaeus with stakeholders from the region to address current or future informational challenges, arrive at new knowledge and insights, and develop new products and services meaningful for local communities (e.g., the cultural tourism industry). The iInstitute believes that fully preparing the future generations of information professionals demands an education that is practice-driven and exposes them to cross-sectoral innovations.” iSchool Contacts Koraljka Golub Head of Institute Digital Humanities, Cultural Policy, Cultural Heritage, Knowledge Organization, e-Health, Data Science, Media Technology Contact Marcelo Milrad Deputy Head of Institute Media Technology Contact Contact

Sustaining Members Directory Nanyang Technological University Wee Kim Wee School of Communication and Information Sustaining Singapore Asia Pacific Member Since 2023 Visit School About Located in Singapore, at the Nanyang Technological University, the Wee Kim Wee School of Communication and Information (WKWSCI) is a world-class centre of excellence with an international faculty, state-of-the-art communication laboratories, and global institutional affiliations. WKWSCI stewards an in-depth focus in research, generating empirical and humanistic analyses of communication and information topics and policy issues important not just to Singapore, but to the region and the world. Our faculty includes some of the foremost global scholars who teach and conduct research on a diverse range of topics such as: AI and human-computer interaction, information behavior, library leadership and management, health and science communication, strategic communication, games and gamification, big data analytics and film/documentary studies. At WKWSCI, we are constantly adapting our curriculum to explore, examine and address the complex challenges of our time. Our undergraduate programme combines experiential, innovative and overseas learning opportunities. Our graduate programmes allow students to enrol in research graduate programmes or in our four coursework programmes that further provide educational opportunities in specialized fields. We are committed to delivering quality education experiences that prepares students to deepen and further develop their careers. The exceptional School, faculty and students have together made major impact in the spheres of communication and information, winning awards in creative, academic, journalistic and research arenas at the highest levels of international competitions. iSchool Contacts Dion Hoe-Lian Goh Associate Dean of School Online Information Sharing & Crowdsourcing Contact Chei Sian Lee Associate Chair for Faculty Technology-Mediated Learning & Social Interaction Contact Contact

Associate Members Directory University of Denver Department of Research Methods and Information Science Associate United States of America North America Member Since 2020 Visit School About Located where the Great Plains meet the Rocky Mountains, and now with the James C. Kennedy Mountain Campus adjacent to the Roosevelt National Forest, we embody the spirit of exploration and discovery that defines our region. The University of Denver is a private institution built on exploration through research and collaboration among educators and students, as well as local and global communities. This spirit of innovation paired with our signature 4D Experience and a core commitment to making a real difference in communities around the world leads to our recognized status as a Very High Research University (or "R1") by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education. With nationally recognized academic programs, a history of widespread influence, a forward-looking vision for a 21st century education and a deep commitment to promoting inclusion, we open a world of opportunity to students and empower them to make a difference around the world. iSchool Contacts Krystyna Matusiak Department Chair Research methods and Statistics Contact Contact Contact

Basic Members Directory University of Alabama College of Communication & Information Sciences Basic United States of America North America Member Since 2023 Visit School About The College of Communication and Information Sciences is among the top 10 largest and most comprehensive programs in the United States, ranking among the best schools of its kind in the world. The College offers six bachelor's degrees in advertising and public relations, book arts, communication studies, journalism and creative media, library and information studies, and Informatics. The College offers a multidisciplinary doctoral program in communication and information sciences that enables students to either build an interdisciplinary plan of study or specialize in one of seven concentrations: advertising and public relations, book and publishing studies, health communication, interpersonal communication, media processes and effects, rhetoric and political discourse, or social justice and inclusion advocacy. iSchool Contacts Brian Butler Dean of College Online Communities Contact Contact Contact

Online Workshop Back Assessment and research approach of health information platforms Time & Location September 27, 2024 Online Workshop About the Workshop The third workshop was held on September 27th, 6:30-8:00 PM UTC+8. The workshop, co-organized by the iSchool of Nankai University and Sungkyunkwan University, was about the assessment and research approach of health information platforms. The organisers welcomed everyone who is interested to participate in the event. The participation was free of charge. Speakers & Topics Sanghee Oh Sungkyunkwan University South Korea Credibility Assessment of Health-related YoutTube Videos Yuelin Li Nankai University China Experiments for users' interaction with information systems

Basic Members Directory Tampere University Communication Sciences Unit Basic Finland Europe Member Since 2011 Visit School About The Faculty of Information Technology and Communication Sciences (ITC) provides a unique, multidisciplinary environment for research and education. We bring together a strong tradition and recognised expertise in the humanities, natural sciences, engineering, social sciences, and theatre and drama. The broad spectrum of our disciplines opens up excellent opportunities to deliver multidisciplinary research and teaching across organisational boundaries. ITC has the potential to generate knowledge and solutions to address the complex challenges of our global, digital and multicultural society that is committed to sustainable development. Our faculty comprises four units: Languages, Electrical Engineering, Computing Sciences and Communication Sciences. We employ over 800 people, and more than 6,000 students are working towards a degree in our four units. In 2020, we conferred nearly 1,000 degrees. To read more about ITC and our 2020 key figures, please see Tampere University’s annual report. iSchool Contacts Tuomas Harviainen Representative Contact Contact Contact

iCaucus Members Directory Penn State University College of Information Sciences and Technology iCaucus United States of America North America Member Since 2005 Visit School About With industry-driven academic programs; interdisciplinary research areas; and a growing community of students, scholars, and alumni, the College of Information Sciences and Technology is charting its course as one of the nation’s leading information schools. We exist at the intersection of information, technology, and society, aiming to prepare leading professionals and scholars who can leverage technology and critical thinking skills to solve the complex challenges of an information society. We strive to create a welcoming environment that promotes and values diversity and inclusion for all students, faculty, staff, alumni, and visitors. We uphold the belief that diversity adds significant value to every area in the college, and we recognize that both demographic and intellectual diversity create new ways of viewing the world that provide our community with a rich experience. We are dedicated to ensuring that every individual in our community feels comfortable and capable of achieving success. iSchool Contacts Andrea Tapia Dean of College Social Theories and Methods of Information Contact Contact Contact