Lynne Rudasill

Lynne Rudasill serves as Professor and Global Studies Librarian at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign's University Library, where she maintains dual affiliation with the Center for Global Studies. Her position bridges academic librarianship and global studies scholarship through specialized information curation and research support.

Her research centers on Global Governance and Global Knowledge systems, with critical examination of non-governmental organization information dissemination, evolving scholarly communication models, library website user experience optimization, and evidence-based administrative practices in academic libraries. This interdisciplinary work connects information science with international studies frameworks.

Professional recognition includes:

• IFLA Scroll of Appreciation (2016)

Her leadership extends through significant roles including past membership on the Library Executive Committee, former Dean of the Military Education Council, Area Studies Division Chair, and Chair of the Professional Committee of the IFLA Governing Board. As an active International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions participant, she contributes to global library standards development while maintaining frequent engagement with international conferences in library and information science.