A student does homework in the newly remodeled study area on the first floor of the Main Library

INFORMED TRANSITIONS: High School Outreach Program

Students on Sidewalk Program Overview

Informed Transitions is an initiative of Kent State Libraries and Media Services. Built on the work and support of the Institute for Library & Information Literacy Education (ILILE), This is a link to another web site the program's mission is to foster successful student transitions from high school to college.

Program Objectives

  • To instruct students in information literacy skills helpful for college preparation and a successful transition from high school to college.
  • To promote in students positive attitudes toward academic libraries.
  • To contribute to the immediate success of students in completing research assignments at the high school level.
  • To create collaborations between high school librarians and teachers and academic librarians.
  • To promote Kent State University This is a link to another web site and higher education in general.

Contact Information

Ken Burhanna
First Year Experience Librarian
Libraries & Media Services
P.O.Box 5190
Kent, Ohio 44242-0001
330-672-1660
kburhann@kent.edu

IMLS This project funded in part through the Institute of Museum and Library Services This is a link to another web site.