Collaborative Virtual Reference Services: The Tri-College Libraries Experience

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Presentations and Seminars
Author(s) and Contributors:
Author(s): Megan Adams Mark Colvson
Source(s) and Collection(s):
Presentation(s): Mid-Atlantic Regional Conferences
ParentTopics:
Collaborations and Partnerships Library Administration and Management

Abstract

The Tri-College Libraries began planning for a collaborative virtual reference service in 2001. This presentation addresses the challenges inherent in the process of developing this service across three libraries. Issues of buy-in, overhead costs, and institutional differences will be highlighted.

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