Libraries Student Advisory Group

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The Libraries Student Advisory Group (LSAG) is an opportunity for students to have an active voice at the WashU Libraries.

This group is comprised of students who are interested in engaging with library-related issues on campus. LSAG serves as a two-way forum for exchanging information between students on the Danforth Campus and the WashU Libraries.

Participation will entail 2-4 formal meetings per semester during the calendar year to learn about and discuss plans/programs, interact with Libraries’ leadership, and share input and ideas.

Meetings will occur monthly(ish) from 10-11:30 am on February 28, 2025, and the second Friday of the month in April, September, October, and November. Additional opportunities to assist with events and orientation activities will be available.

All students (undergraduate & graduate) on the Danforth Campus in good academic standing are welcome to apply. Up to 12 students will be selected to participate each year.

Qualifications

  • Students (undergraduate & graduate) in good academic standing on the Danforth Campus
  • Ability to meet time commitment requirements
  • Interest in sharing opinions and representing student peers to improve the Libraries

Time commitment

  • Committee membership operates on a calendar year cycle
  • Meetings will take place monthly(ish) meetings from 10-11:30 am on February 28, 2025, and the second Friday of the month in April, September, October, and November
  • Committee members will assist with student-facing events and orientation activities as able/desired

Benefits

  • Develop leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
  • Network with WashU Libraries leadership and peers
  • Use this experience for your resume and portfolio
  • $500 annual stipend
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2025 Application Timeline

  • Applications open: December 2024
  • Application deadline: 5:00 pm on Friday, February 7, 2025
  • Applicant notifications: Monday, February 17, 2025