Maureen Garvey

Maureen Garvey is an Associate Professor and Coordinator of Reference Services at the College of Staten Island (CUNY). She holds Master's degrees in political philosophy from the National University of Ireland and Library Science from City University London. Her career includes roles at institutions like Bank Street College of Education, the Library Council of Ireland, and John Jay College.

Her research focuses on library services innovation, particularly in virtual reference systems, public policy impacts on libraries, and resource-sharing practices in resource-constrained environments like Cuba. She advocates for student information literacy to improve retention and success.

Key publications include studies on pandemic-era library adaptations, neoliberal policies in Irish libraries, and collaborative teaching methods. Garvey emphasizes libraries' societal role through scholarly contributions and practical initiatives.