iSchool Research Community

iSchool has a vibrant research community. Members of the Faculty Research Committee organize an informal online meet-up each semester for faculty to get together, share ideas, and stay connected.

Spring 2026

Dr. Laura Otero gave a presentation about her research on how AI shapes instructional designer and faculty collaboration in higher education. Here's the recording of the talk.

Fall 2025

Dr. Yu Chi gave a presentation about her research on college students' use of generative AI in their job search process. Here's the recording of the talk.

Dr. Dan Nathan-Roberts shared information about various funding supports to help faculty seek funding from government, industry and other sources. Here's the recording of the talk.

Spring 2025

Drs. Michele Villagran and Michael Stephens, and former ALA president Loida Garcia-Febo shared nsights and strategies about how researchers/faculty can care for themselves when facing uncertainties and challenges. Here's the recording of the talk.

Dr. Crystal Fausett had a conversation with us about her research regarding cybersecurity behavior and attitudes. Here's the recording of the talk.

Fall 2024

Drs. Darra Hofman, Michele Villagran, José Aguiñaga, and Souvick Ghosh shared with us about their successful grant seeking experiences/tips. Here's the recording of the talk.

Spring 2024

Dr. Jessica Bushey gave a talk about her research updates. The title of her talk was "Images, Artificial Intelligence & Archives". Here's the recording of the talk (Passcode: 0+G1ajgD). 

See: Research Events from Previous Years ⇾