EIU Names New Dean of Library Services
Tuesday, 18 July 2023
Eastern Illinois University names a new Dean of Library Services.
Brian Keith joined EIU on July 1st after working 18 years with the George A. Smathers Libaries at the Universtiy of Florida in Gainsville, said university officials.
He earned a bachelor’s degree in Psychology and an M.B.A. from the University of Florida in 1994 and 1996, respectively, and an additional master’s degree in Library and Information Science from the University of Washington in 2016, said EIU officials.
“I am beyond excited to join the incredible team at Eastern Illinois University,” Dean Keith said. “The University’s profound commitment to scholarship and student success are passions I share, and I value the opportunity to further enhance EIU’s reputation for excellence across Illinois and beyond. I am extremely impressed with the accomplishments and passion of the Booth Library team, and honored to have the opportunity to contribute to their continued success and positive impacts for the EIU community.”
