School of Information Studies News
LSU College of Human Sciences & Education Faculty to Hold Responsible AI Integration Workshop
Seungwon Yang, PhD, associate professor in the School of Information Studies, and Sunyoung Park, PhD, professor in the School of Leadership & Human Resource Development, will lead Smart AI, Smarter Users: Cultivating Critical Thinking and Responsible AI Integration on Thursday, April 30, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. in Event Room 2F at LSU Barnes & Noble.
Honoring a Legacy This LSU Giving Day: Students, Colleagues, and Friends Reflect on Alma Dawson's Life and Career as March 25th Approaches | CHSE
The LSU School of Information Studies is honoring the legacy of Professor Emerita Dr. Alma Dawson through a new scholarship supported by Giving Day. Drawing on reflections from colleagues, staff, and former students, this article highlights her lasting impact on librarianship, mentorship, and community-focused service. Learn how your support can help continue her commitment to access, diversity, and education for future generations.
Edward Benoit III Named Director of the School of Information Studies
The LSU College of Human Sciences & Education has named Edward Benoit, III, PhD director of the School of Information Studies (SIS). Benoit most recently served as interim director of the school since December 2024.
Smart Tech, Wise Elders: LSU Researcher Leads IMLS-Funded Study on AI Literacy for Older Adults in Rural Communities
Kristina Shiroma, faculty member in the LSU School of Information Studies (SIS), has been awarded a prestigious Early Career Research Development Grant from the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) to lead a three-year research project focused on artificial intelligence (AI) literacy among rural older adults in Louisiana.
2025 Faculty & Staff Awards
The LSU College of Human Sciences & Education 2025 Faculty and Staff Awards acknowledge the exceptional contributions of our faculty and staff. These dedicated colleagues have made a meaningful impact in one of our mission areas or provided vital leadership and support that enabled this important work to thrive.
LSU School of Information Studies Faculty Member Leads NSF Grant Supporting Early Computational Thinking Through Play
Through playful, story-based tinkering, an LSU School of Information Studies research project is helping libraries and museums bring early computational thinking to children and families.
LSU School of Information Studies Researcher Kristina Shiroma Receives IMLS Grant to Strengthen Rural Libraries in Louisiana
SIS Assistant Professor Kristina Shiroma's new IMLS grant will help advance understanding of rural librarianship across Louisiana while creating a collaborative network for library professionals. The three-year project takes an asset-based approach to showcasing the value of rural libraries.
LSU SIS Edward Benoit, III, PhD, Awarded IMLS Grant to Support Vietnam-Era Veterans' Record Keeping
Led by Benoit and Heather Soyka, PhD, of Kent State University, the two-year planning project will create an implementable program for librarians, archivists and Veteran Service Organizations to help Vietnam-era veterans document and preserve their personal and service records.
Inside ALISE: Kristina Shiroma Shares Inside Tips on the Program's Inaugural Year
The Association for Library and Information Science began a new internship, the Leadership Development Internship, in 2024. The first round of interns, one of which was LSU School of Information Studies' own Kristina Shiroma, finished in the Spring of 2025. Here's the inside story of her experience and her biggest takeaways.
From Activism to Archives: Remington Gillis' Unconventional Path to LSU's School of Information Studies
Remington Gillis has lived many lives -- street medic, filmmaker, rugby player, teacher -- and now, SIS graduate. Her story highlights how LSU's School of Information Studies helped her turn a passion for justice and storytelling into a powerful career path. Discover how this globally minded student found the perfect fit at LSU.