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Tonya Dority is an Instructor in the Department of Libraries at Augusta University. She holds an MS in Library and Information Science from Simmons College (2008) and a BA in History from Clark Atlanta University (2004). Her professional credentials include a Librarian's Professional Certification from the Library of Virginia (2010).
- Education:
- MS, Library and Information Science, Simmons College (2008)
- BA, History, General, Clark Atlanta University (2004)
Her research focuses on training methodologies for library instructors, organizational change in academic libraries, and professional development strategies. She contributes to educational technology frameworks through practical applications in information literacy programs.
Recent scholarship includes analyzing pedagogical approaches in library education environments (2024). Her work intersects with broader trends in academic librarianship and instructional design.
- Scientific Awards:
- Outstanding Faculty Award, Augusta University Libraries (2023)
- Minnesota Institute for Early Career Librarians (MIECL) Certification (2022)
Tonya serves on Augusta University Libraries' GALILEO Interconnected Libraries (GIL) Cataloging Committee (2022-present) and the FAST (Faceted Application of Subject Terminology) Outreach Committee (2023-present), focusing on improving subject access systems and metadata standards.
