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Nancy Abashian is now dean of University Libraries at Ball State University. Abashian brings nearly two decades of leadership experience in academic libraries, including her current role as senior director for public services and the Office of Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility (IDEA) at Binghamton University Libraries in New York. At Binghamton, Abashian has led initiatives that showcase her ability to integrate cutting-edge technology and innovative services into library operations. Notably, she planned and executed a multi-year, multi-million-dollar project to create a high-density storage facility, relocate more than 850,000 items, and implement advanced library systems. She also played a key role in the university’s strategic planning process.

Claire DeMarco has been appointed associate vice provost for operations at the University of Pennsylvania Libraries.

Caroline Galt is now research services librarian at the University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill University Libraries.

Mary Ann Jones was recently appointed department chair for collection development and management at Middle Tennessee State University.

Verletta Kern has been appointed director of open scholarship and publishing and arts and humanities at the University of Washington Libraries.

Clay Oldham is now the systems librarian at Middle Tennessee State University.

Robin Chin Roemer has been appointed director of learning services and social sciences at the University of Washington Libraries.