library science
nounDefinition of library science
: the study or the principles and practices of library care and administration
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But the presence of many vulnerable people who may suffer from health problems, addictions and mental illness can tax staff who are trained in library science, not counseling or social work. — Author: Michelle Theriault Boots, Anchorage Daily News, "City aims services at a place that’s already an unofficial refuge for the homeless -- the Loussac Library," 19 June 2016 Mary returned to her scholarly pursuits in her forties and achieved her master's degree in library sciences from the University of Rhode Island. — courant.com, "Mary E. Thatcher," 26 May 2018 She was admitted to UCLA’s two-year graduate program in library science. — Alejandra Reyes-velarde, latimes.com, "Cindy Cleary, who saw Glendale libraries through a technological transformation, will retire next month," 23 June 2018 Gabriel, who currently works at a bike shop, used it to study for his graduate degree in library sciences, while Sarah uses it to blog and write about their lifestyle. — Anna Zambelli, Good Housekeeping, "Meet the Couple Who Live Like It's 1890," 3 Nov. 2015 Joy graduated from the University of Denver with a bachelor's degree in library science, but spent most of her career as a licensed practical nurse. — courant.com, "Joy Ruth Turner," 8 June 2018 Laura Bush, a former teacher with a master’s degree in library science, continued her mother-in-law’s literacy campaign in the White House. — Washington Post, "Former first lady Barbara Bush dies at age 92," 18 Apr. 2018 Laura, a former teacher with a master's degree in library science, continued her mother-in-law's literacy campaign in the White House. — Michael Graczyk, The Christian Science Monitor, "Former first lady Barbara Bush remembered for wit, supportiveness," 18 Apr. 2018 The master’s in library sciences has seen its numbers dwindle, and the program hopes a reduced fee would turn things around, according to UA’s proposal. — Anne Ryman And Rachel Leingang, azcentral, "7 ways Arizona's universities may raise tuition, fees for 2018-19 school year," 22 Mar. 2018These example sentences are selected automatically from various online news sources to reflect current usage of the word 'library science.' Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
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