Adam Clemons

Adam Clemons serves as Assistant Professor of Scholar Support and Data Services at the University of Mississippi, based in the JD Williams Library. He holds multiple degrees including a B.A. in English and History from the University of Arkansas-Monticello (2008), an M.A. in History from the University of Central Arkansas (2011), and dual M.A. and MLS degrees in African Studies and Library Science from Indiana University-Bloomington (2015).

His research focuses on data literacy education, news literacy instruction, and library history with particular attention to African studies collections. He explores innovative library service models bridging global and local knowledge networks. Recent work includes studies on James Meredith's integration at Ole Miss and digital scholarship initiatives.

Clemons' practice emphasizes community engagement through exhibitions and participatory feedback methods. His projects combine historical analysis with modern library challenges, reflecting both archival expertise and contemporary pedagogy. He actively contributes to academic discourse on library roles in fostering critical information competencies.