Assistant Professor & Undergraduate Engagement Coordinator
University of Illinois Chicago (UIC)
Jennifer M. Jackson is an Assistant Professor and Undergraduate Engagement Coordinator for the University Library at the University of Illinois Chicago (UIC). In her 15-year career as a librarian she has had the opportunity to work as a library instruction coordinator, focus on first-year initiatives, first-year writing programs, collaborate in classroom design, manage learning commons, and lead reference training support for library employees and supervisor student workers.
Since joining UIC in 2016, her focus has been to address undergraduate student engagement for the University Library, for which she co-designed the first Undergraduate Engagement Program for the University Library. This program is intentionally designed to focus on the student success of a diverse undergraduate student population, taking a holistic approach, supporting the academic, emotional, and cultural needs of students.
As a disabled, African American, woman, advocacy of underrepresented populations is an essential aspect of her work and purpose. During her time at UIC, she has had the opportunity to serve on a variety of committees and tasksforces related to diversity and the disability community. Most recently she served as the Chair for the UIC Chancellor's Committee on the Status of Persons with Disabilities (CCSPD) from 2019-2023.
A Bird in the Hand: Strategies for Retaining Library Employees
Saturday, June 24, 2023
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM CT