Vanessa Reyes

Dr. Vanessa Reyes is an Assistant Professor of Instruction at the School of Information, University of South Florida, and Editor-in-Chief of the Florida Libraries Journal. She holds a Ph.D. in Library and Information Science (Simmons College, 2016), M.S. in Library and Information Studies (Florida State University, 2011), B.A. in English (Florida International University, 2010), and an A.A. from Miami Dade College (2007).

Her research focuses on quantifying how individuals organize, manage, and preserve digital information, particularly in the emerging field of Personal Information Management (PIM). She explores sustainable practices for digital heritage preservation through analyzing user behaviors in personal data management.

Her recent work includes publications on digital citizenship, data management strategies for digital humanities, and guides for preserving personal digital collections. She has received awards such as the Archival Education scholarship (2015) and Beta Phi Mu honor society recognition (2012).

Reyes is actively involved in academic service, serving on committees like JCLC 2022 Concurrent Programs and ALISE Community Building. She teaches courses including LIS4204 Information Behaviors and LIS5937 Personal Information Management.