Italian/Library and Information Science, Bachelor of Arts/Master of Science

Program Overview

This combined Italian/Library and Information Science program prepares students for careers managing libraries and information systems with a global perspective. Students complete undergraduate coursework in Italian language and culture and Library and Information Science, followed by a graduate year focused on library management and electives. The program includes an internship and study abroad opportunities, equipping graduates with a unique skill set for a variety of careers in the library and information science field.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

• Program Name: Italian/Library and Information Science, Bachelor of Arts/Master of Science
• Degree Type: Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
and Master of Science (M.S.)
• School: St. John's College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
• Overview: This combined degree program is designed for highly-motivated students who wish to complete their undergraduate and graduate degrees in five years of full-time study.
It combines the fields of Italian and Library and Information Science to prepare students for a career managing a library, information center, or information system with a global perspective.
• Objectives:
• Develop students' knowledge of the Italian culture and language.
• Equip students with the skills necessary to manage a library, information center, or information system.
• Prepare students for emerging job opportunities in a variety of traditional and non-traditional settings.

Outline:

• Course Structure:
• Undergraduate Years (1-4):
Students complete the following courses:
• Core courses in Italian language, literature, and culture
• Core courses in Library and Information Science
• Graduate Year (5):
Students complete the following courses:
• LIS 240 (Management of Libraries and Information Centers)
• 21 graduate elective credits in Library and Information Science
• Course Schedule:
• The course schedule is designed to allow students to complete the program in five years of full-time study.
• Modules:
• The program includes the following modules:
• Italian Language and Culture:
This module provides students with a foundational understanding of the Italian language and culture.
• Library and Information Science: This module introduces students to the core concepts and principles of library and information science.
• Management of Libraries and Information Centers: This module prepares students for the management of libraries, information centers, and information systems.
• Graduate Electives: Students can choose from a variety of graduate elective courses to tailor their program to their individual interests and career goals.

Assessment:

• Assessment Methods:
• Exams
• Papers
• Presentations
• Projects
• Assessment Criteria:
• Students are assessed on their knowledge of the subject matter, their ability to apply concepts to real-world situations, and their communication and critical thinking skills.

Teaching:

• Teaching Methods:
• Lectures
• Discussions
• Seminars
• Hands-on activities
• Faculty:
• The program is taught by a team of experienced faculty members who are experts in their respective fields.
• Unique Approaches:
• The program includes an internship component that allows students to gain real-world experience in a library or information center setting.
• The program also offers a variety of study abroad opportunities in Italy.

Careers:

• Potential Career Paths:
• Librarian
• Information specialist
• Archivist
• Museum curator
• Records manager
• Corporate information manager
• Government information manager
• Non-profit information manager
• Opportunities and Outcomes:
• Graduates of the program are well-prepared for a variety of careers in the library and information science field.
• The program's combination of Italian and Library and Information Science coursework provides graduates with a unique skill set that is in high demand in the job market.