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Carnegie Foundation Library Science Endowment
This gift from the Carnegie Corporation of New York established an endowment fund for the general support of SILS. Among other...
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Susan Grey Akers Scholarship Fund
The Alumni Association established the fund upon Dean Susan Grey Akers' retirement to provide a fellowship that assists deserving students...
Much of what we are, and what we hope to be in the future, is a result of private gifts from alumni and friends. We invite you to explore the options below, as well as the other information this...
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All lists created for SILS community projects and organizations will be created and maintained by faculty, students or staff at https://selfservice.unc.edu/client/self-service/#/list-manager. All...
TRANSFER STUDENTS
The School of Information and Library Science does not admit external transfer students; you must already be enrolled at The University of North Carolina before applying to SILS. ...
The SILS Field Experience Program enables students to gain 135 hours of professional experience in an information organization while receiving 3 hours of class credit. Field Experience can be taken...
Graduate Program Admissions
The School of Information and Library Science seeks exceptional students who have the potential to excel in graduate studies and to become future leaders in the field. We...
Overview
The Master of Science in Information Science (MSIS) degree at the UNC School of Information and Library Science (SILS) prepares students to become leaders in the design, implementation,...
Overview
The Master of Science in Library Science (MSLS) degree at the UNC School of Information and Library Science (SILS) prepares students for prestigious careers in library and information...
The Doctoral Program at the UNC School of Information and Library Science (SILS) provides an environment that enables creative and energetic students to become innovative thinkers and leaders....
Every field experience is unique and guided by the student's learning objectives, as negotiated with the site supervisor and faculty supervisor. The field experience agreement is a learning contract...
Site Selection
Field experience sites are identified in a variety of ways. Information organizations and information professionals may seek interested students by contacting the Field Experience...
Registration
Students need to complete and submit a Field Experience Agreement form before they can be registered for a field experience through ConnectCarolina. After you have secured your site,...
Doctoral Study Office is located in room 16 which can be accessed from the Garden level of Manning Hall. PhD students may use their UNC OneCards to access the room.
Computers and Remote access
The...
Welcome to the masters program at the School of Information and Library Science! To the left you will find a menu of helpful items.
SILS Resources:
First Year Student Checklist
Second Year Student...
SILS must adhere to the academic policy and registration guidelines set forth by UNC-CH and the Office of the Registrar. It is your responsibility as a UNC-CH student to be familiar with the various...
Guidelines for the MSLS and the MSIS Comprehensive Examination
I. Eligibility for Comprehensive Examination
II. Time of Examination
III. Philosophy and Scope of the Examination
IV. Study Guide for...
Important dates
Registration begins: April 12
Classes in session: Aug. 24 to Dec. 8
Exam Period: Dec. 10 to Dec. 17
Courses offered
Monday/Wednesday
Time
Course information and call numbers...
The School of Information and Library Science follows all academic policies set by the Graduate School, the University, and upholds the university honor code. Any specific questions regarding these...
ARL Academy Fellows Program
The Association of Research Libraries (ARL) is partnering with three LIS schools -- the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Catholic University of America, and...
The School of Information and Library Science follows all academic policies set by the Graduate School, the University, and upholds the university honor code. Any specific questions regarding these...
ARL Academy: Careers in Academic and Research Libraries.
2004 IMLS Recruiting and Education Librarians for the 21st Century.
ARL Academy Fellows at UNC.
SILS offers an ideal environment for the...
The SILS Undergraduate Committee has devised several concentrations for Bachelor of Science in Information Science (BSIS) students based on clusters of electives in particular areas.
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