Book Review Undergraduate Researchers and The Academic Librarian: Case Studies and Best Practices

Abstract

The 2023 second edition of Undergraduate research and the academic librarian: Case
studies and best practices co-edited by Merinda Kaye Hensley, Hailley Fargo, and Stephanie
Davis-Kahl, reflects the recent socio-political cultural changes that have impacted the evolution
of academic library programs focused upon the undergraduate population and their research
skill development. Through the models chosen for this edition, programs which highlight the
necessity for remote learning, the needs of minoritized students and the overall benefits of
initiating research skills at the undergraduate level are provided to inspire the reader. The
programs described also provide creative collaborations between the academic libraries and
various university programs. By providing program descriptions, reflections, recommendations
and best practices in each chapter, Undergraduate research and the academic librarian
provides guidance and creative suggestions for new librarians, academic librarians and research
and instruction programs seeking to address the research instruction needs of a diverse
undergraduate student population.