The University of Galway has announced the appointment of Monica Crump as the 12th University Librarian in its history dating back to 1845.
Monica Crump succeeds John Cox who retired in 2023 after 15 years as University Librarian.
Ms Crump has 30 years of experience working in higher education, as a librarian and a researcher and has particular interests in the ever-evolving world of scholarly communications and publishing.
Speaking about her appointment, Ms Crump said, “It is truly an honour to be selected as the next University Librarian of the University of Galway, following in the footsteps of so many great librarians.”
“The Library has an excellent team committed to ensuring we provide the highest standard information resources, supports, spaces and infrastructure that enable our students, researchers and academic staff achieve excellence in their studies, teaching and research.”
“It will be a privilege to lead our Library team into the exciting future ahead with the development of the new Library and Learning Commons.”
“I look forward to ensuring we realise the opportunities the new building provides to transform our spaces, services and supports to reflect 21st Century teaching and learning.”
“We are also at an important pivot point in the transformation of scholarly publishing, which will see the outputs of research openly accessible to all.”
“Our focus will be to provide the infrastructure, support and guidance that will help the University community navigate the transition to this open research future.”
The University of Galway is also getting underway with plans for the new landmark Library and Learning Commons building in the heart of the campus.
This will offer a high-tech space for students, for research and for staff, with a focus on enabling learning that is more collaborative, more technology-enhanced and more creative, as well as providing access to books, information and support for students on their learning journey.
Planning permission for the new Library and Learning Commons was granted last August, and preparatory work began on site in February.
