2011 Articles

Advancing From Kumbaya to Radical Collaboration: Redefining the Future Research Library

Neal, James G.

The research library community has developed an effective program of multi-institutional cooperation during the last 50 years. Conditions in technology, economics, and expanding service requirements demand a more radical approach to collaboration. The 2CUL initiative illustrates key opportunities to set aside the traditional models of research library operations and respond to new roles and responsibilities.