Sandra De Groote

Sandra De Groote is a Professor and Head of Assessment and Scholarly Communications at the University of Illinois Chicago (UIC) Library. Her roles include overseeing library assessment initiatives and scholarly communication strategies. She specializes in academic library impact analysis, student and faculty engagement, and data-driven decision-making in higher education.

Her research focuses on understanding how academic libraries contribute to student success, faculty research productivity, and equitable access to information. Key areas include undergraduate perceptions of academic success, faculty publication patterns, and the evolving role of libraries during crises like the pandemic.

De Groote has published extensively in library science and education journals, examining topics such as citation trends, library resource utilization, and the intersection of technology with academic support systems. Her work emphasizes evidence-based practices and institutional collaboration.

She holds a leadership position in the UIC Library’s scholarly communications program, promoting open access initiatives and copyright compliance. Her contributions to library assessment methodologies have influenced institutional policy and service design.