New Journal Article: “Academic Libraries on Social Media: Finding the Students and the Information They Want”

The following article was published online earlier today in the new issue (37.1) of Information Technology in Libraries (ITAL) published by LITA.
Title
Academic Libraries on Social Media: Finding the Students and the Information They Want
Authors
Heather Howard
Purdue University
Sarah Huber
Purdue University
Lisa Carter
Purdue University
Elizabeth Moore
Purdue University
Source
Information Technology in Libraries (ITAL)
Vol. 37, No. 1 (2018)
DOI: 10.6017/ital.v37i1.10160
Abstract

Librarians from Purdue University wanted to determine which social media platforms students use, which platforms they would like the library to use, and what content they would like to see from the library on each of these platforms. We conducted a survey at four of the nine campus libraries to determine student social media habits and preferences. Results show that students currently use Facebook, YouTube, and Snapchat more than other social media types; however, students responded that they would like to see the library on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Students wanted nearly all types of content from the libraries on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram, but they did not want to receive business news or content related to library resources on Snapchat. YouTube was seen as a resource for library service information. We intend to use this information to develop improved communication channels, a clear social media presence, and a cohesive message from all campus libraries.

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