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Dr. Cheryl R. Dee is a Lecturer at the School of Information, San José State University, where she teaches courses such as INFO 204 – Information Professions. She previously held academic and leadership roles at Florida State University and the University of South Florida, and served as Director of medical libraries in Lakeland, Florida. Her professional journey spans decades in special, hospital, and medical libraries across the Southeastern U.S.
- Ph.D. in Library and Information Science, Florida State University (1990)
- M.L.S., George Peabody College, Vanderbilt University
- B.A., Michigan State University
Dr. Dee's research focuses on library administration, medical and special libraries, digital and virtual libraries, and the history of librarianship. She has conducted significant work on the information-seeking behaviors of health professionals and seniors, particularly those with low vision. Her scholarship bridges historical documentation and modern information access, exemplified by her digital archival project on Martin M. Cummings, former Director of the National Library of Medicine.
Her recent publications reflect a strong trend in health information accessibility, medical librarianship, and the digital preservation of historical library leadership. These works combine archival research, user studies, and practical applications in health information services.
Dr. Dee has received notable recognition, including:
- Fellow of the Medical Library Association (MLA)
- National awards for service and scholarly publications
- Active service on committees for the Special Library Association (SLA) and its Florida and Caribbean Chapter
She has secured research funding as Principal Investigator on grants from the National Library of Medicine, including projects on senior citizens' health information needs and librarianship in the U.S. Virgin Islands. Dr. Dee serves as Faculty Advisor for the award-winning SJSU SLA Student Chapter and contributes to multiple nonprofit community organizations. She has also taught at her alma mater, Florida State University, as an Adjunct Professor.
Dr. Dee leads impactful initiatives in digital curation, health information equity, and library leadership development, maintaining active engagement in both academic and professional library communities.
