Retrospect and Prospect

The Creation and Development of an Academic Journal

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https://doi.org/10.23974/ijol.2023.vol8.2.305

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This article reflects the initiation, establishment, and development of the International Journal of Librarianship (IJoL), an open access academic journal published by the Chinese American Librarians Association (CALA). Sustainability and high quality have been set as the top priorities by the core editorial team throughout the journey of the creation, promotion, and advancement of this journal. The opportunities, challenges, and success are discussed along with the future directions of IJoL. This article contributes to the literature in the creation and development of academic journals, especially the open access publications in library and information science (LIS).

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Author Biographies

  • Guoying Liu, University of Windsor

    Guoying Liu is Librarian IV, Systems Librarian and Engineering Liaison at University of Windsor Leddy Library. She initiated and served as the inaugural Editor-in-Chief of the International Journal of Librarianship (2016-2022). Her research interests include Equity, Diversity and Inclusion and librarianship, library services to international students, library technology, and library publishing.

  • Yongming Wang

    Yongming Wang is the Systems Librarian at The College of New Jersey. His research interests include the application of information technologies at the libraries, data analytics, machine learning, and digital library.

  • Xiaoai Ren, Valdosta State University

    Xiaoai Ren is an associate professor in the Department of Library and Information Studies at Valdosta State University. Her research interests include environmental literacy services in libraries, collaborative learning in online environments, and information-seeking behaviors.

  • Michael Bailou Huang, Stony Brook University

    Michael Bailou Huang is SUNY Distinguished Librarian and Director of Global Library Initiatives at Stony Brook University. He is CALA Executive Director (2022-2025), and a member of the IFLA’s North America Regional Division Committee.

  • Keven Liu, Shanghai Library

    Keven Liu is the Deputy Director of Shanghai Library and Institute of Scientific and Technological Information of Shanghai. He is a member of the Governing Board of DCMI, the Director Board of Open Library Foundation and the Standing Committee of IFLA  Local History and Genealogy Section.

  • Qing Zou, Lakehead University

    Qing Zou is the Head of Digital Initiatives at the Lakehead University library.

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2023-06-22

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Vol. 8 No. 2 (2023): Pathways to Library Leadership: Special Issue to Celebrate CALA 50th Anniversary

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Retrospect and Prospect: The Creation and Development of an Academic Journal . (2023). International Journal of Librarianship, 8(2), 87-99. https://doi.org/10.23974/ijol.2023.vol8.2.305