Mary S Laskowski

Mary S Laskowski serves as Professor, Associate Dean for Academic Affairs, and Associate University Librarian for Operations and Services at the University of Illinois Library. With extensive experience in library leadership and technical services, she plays a pivotal role in shaping the institution's library operations and strategic direction.

Her research interests focus on the evolving landscape of academic libraries, with particular expertise in technical services, electronic reserves, collaborative collection building, and cooperative cataloging. Dr. Laskowski's work addresses critical challenges in library management, resource sharing, and adapting library services to meet contemporary academic needs.

Her publication record demonstrates a consistent focus on improving library workflows, developing collaborative models across institutions, and positioning technical services for future challenges. Recent work examines the life cycle of e-reserve services, efficiency in workflow consolidation, and building consortial partnerships for cataloging.

• Expertise in library technical services management
• Leader in collaborative collection development
• Specialist in electronic reserves systems
• Advocate for cooperative cataloging partnerships
• Strategic leader in library operations

As Associate Dean for Academic Affairs, she oversees critical academic support functions within the library system while maintaining an active research agenda that informs contemporary library practice. Her work bridges theoretical research with practical implementation in academic library settings.