Sarah C. Johnson

Sarah C. Johnson serves as an Adjunct Lecturer at the University of Illinois School of Information Sciences and holds a concurrent appointment as Assistant Professor and Social Sciences Librarian at Hunter College, City University of New York.

Her academic credentials include:

• MLIS from Long Island University
• MSW from University of Denver

Her research critically examines the intersection of library science and social work through three interconnected lenses: (1) social work students' field placement experiences in public libraries, (2) professional practices of academic librarians supporting social work departments, and (3) ethical value alignment between librarianship and social work. This work bridges community-focused information services with social justice frameworks, highlighting opportunities for cross-professional collaboration in educational and public service settings.

She maintains active professional standing as a Licensed Master Social Worker (New York State), directly informing her scholarly approach to community engagement and service ethics.

Scientific Awards: No awards documented in source material.

Advising and grant activities are not specified in the available text, though her dual expertise suggests potential mentorship in interdisciplinary research bridging information science and social work education.

Her professional identity centers on building institutional connections between library systems and social work practice, fostering dialogue through academic channels like the ALISE conference network.