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Rebecca van Kniest is an Associate Professor and University Librarian at Fontbonne University. She holds three Master of Arts degrees: Library & Information Science (University of Missouri, Columbia), Medieval Studies (Washington University), and English (UMSL). Her scholarly interests include Digital Humanities, Open Access, and the intersection of libraries/archives with social justice. She teaches LIB 199: Information Literacy in Higher Education.
- Education:
- MA, Library & Information Science — University of Missouri, Columbia
- MA, Medieval Studies — Washington University
- MA, English — UMSL
Her professional recognitions include awards for innovative library initiatives such as integrating new technology and promoting diversity through collaborative collection development. She is actively involved in organizations like the Digital Library Federation and the Missouri Library Association.
As University Librarian, she oversees initiatives like Taylor Library’s technological upgrades and community engagement programs, reflecting her commitment to accessible education and institutional history.
