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    Library Information Studies

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    Library Information Studies enables students to become more successful by learning to recognize the extent and nature of information needed for research, then locate, evaluate, effectively use, and present information to solve problems.

    Department Overview

    After completing library research classes and workshops, students will know how to make more informed decisions, adapt to new technologies, and remain independent learners for life. In a 21st-century information economy, information literacy provides a critical set of skills often listed among the top ten job skills sought by employers.

    Contact Information

    Nghiem Thai

    Department Chair (Fall 2026)
    Nghiem Thai
    nthai@peralta.edu
    (    510) 619-8789 (Google Voice)

    Department Chair (Spring 2027)
    Adoria R. Williams
    arwilliams@peralta.edu
    (510) 619-8789 (Google Voice)

    Chriss Warren Foster
    Dean of Division I:  Liberal Arts, Social Science & Public Safety
    Dr. Chriss Warren Foster
    Building L-123
    cfoster@peralta.edu
    (510) 436-2609

    Denise Woodward

    Assistant to the Dean
    Denise Woodward
    Building D-216
    dwoodward@peralta.edu
    (510) 436-2425

    Library Information Studies Certificate

    Research Skills – Certificate of Competency

    Research Skills – Certificate of Competency

    The Certificate of Competency in Research Skills is designed to provide students with a foundation in information literacy, critical thinking, ethical use of information, and research.

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    Faculty
    Full-Time Faculty  
    Adoria R. Williams

     

    		 Adoria R. Williams
    Room L-304A
    Email: arwilliams@peralta.edu
    (510) 436-2464
    Nghiem Thai

     

    		 Nghiem Thai
    Room L-302
    Email: nthai@peralta.edu
    (510) 436-2461

     

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