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Libraries Closed for Memorial Day

All Smith College Libraries are closed Sunday-Monday, May 25-26 in observance of Memorial Day.

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Geothermal Work Outside Neilson Library May 27 through Mid-July

While the main entrance is inaccessible, the south entrance (facing Alumnae Gym) and Burton lawn entrance are unlocked during open hours.

Michelle Gibeault

Head of Teaching, Learning and Research

Contact

413-585-6597
Neilson Library 009B

Michelle manages the activities of the Libraries' Teaching, Learning and Research (TLR) team. These librarians offer subject-specific instruction, outreach, consultations, and reference services to the Smith community. With the Head of Collection Development and Management, Michelle leads the activities of subject librarians in selecting library materials for academic departments. As a manager within Learning, Research and Technology (LRT), a blended department of librarians, academic technologists, and spatial analysis specialists shared between the Libraries and ITS, Michelle collaborates in developing new service strategies and models in the Libraries. As a leader in the organization, Michelle participate in overall Libraries leadership activities and represents the Libraries and LRT in campus-wide activities.

Committees

Managers Team

Professional Affiliations

ALA Intellectual Freedom, Privacy sub-committee member

Office Hours

Monday to Friday 9 a.m.-5 p.m

Subject Specialties

American Studies
Medieval Studies
Middle East Studies
Philosophy
Sociology
Spanish & Portuguese

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ORCID