معرفی
Alicia Hammond is a Lecturer at the School of Information, San José State University, where she teaches INFO 287: Seminar in Information Science with a focus on Innovation and Participatory Practice in Libraries, including Maker Spaces.
- Community Engagement Manager, Forest Park Public Library, IL (2016–present)
- Community Engagement Librarian, Forest Park Public Library, IL (2013–2016)
- Corporate and Small Business Liaison Librarian, Schaumburg Township District Library (2010–2013)
- Reference Librarian, North Park University (2010)
Education:
- MLIS, Dominican University, River Forest, IL (2010)
- BA in English, University of Wisconsin-Madison (2002)
Her research and teaching interests center on public libraries, community engagement, and participatory programming. She focuses on how libraries can serve as vibrant community hubs through strategic planning, marketing, and innovative programming that includes art, creativity, and technology such as Maker Spaces. Her work emphasizes social and community informatics, advocating for libraries as centers of civic engagement and lifelong learning.
While no recent publications are listed, her professional experience and teaching reflect a strong commitment to modern public library services that foster inclusivity, innovation, and community involvement.
Professional Presentations:
- 20s/30s programming
- Creativity in communities
- Encouraging art in communities
- Participatory programming
- Social media strategies for libraries
Advising and Grants:
Alicia Hammond does not appear to have formal advisees or grant funding mentioned in the available text. Her contributions are primarily instructional and professional, with active involvement in teaching and public library practice.
Labs and Teams:
No formal research labs or teams are mentioned. However, her work at the Forest Park Public Library involves leading community engagement initiatives and programming teams, particularly in outreach and digital communication.
