Kerry Walton

Kerry Walton
  • Associate Dean, University Libraries
  • Department: University Libraries
  • Research Cluster: Education, Teaching & Curriculum Development
  • Institution: West Chester University of Pennsylvania
  • Email: KWalton2@wcupa.edu

Education

  • MLIS, Drexel University MPA, West Chester University DPA, West Chester University (In Progress, Exp. 2027)

Research Interests

Academic Libraries, Public Policy and Administration, Neurodiversity

Opportunities

Work Study Positions Available: No

Grant Funded Positions Available: No

Course-Credit Research Opportunities Available: No

Volunteer Research Positions Available: No

Open to Faculty Mentoring: Yes

Biography

Kerry Walton has a long career in academic libraries, having worked in many roles at college and university libraries. After serving in various adjunct roles at West Chester, Kerry began the tenure track position of Electronic Resources Librarian in University Libraries in 2016. Kerry's primary research interests include neurodiversity in academic libraries, cultivating positive work cultures, policy development, and academic library leadership.

List of Publications

  • Walton, K., Childs, G. M., & Palumbo, L. (2022). Testing two discovery systems: A usability study comparing student perceptions of EDS and Primo. Journal of Web Librarianship, 16(4), 200–221. https://doi.org/10.1080/19322909.2022.2125478
  • Palumbo, L., & Walton, K. (2022). People management before project management: Creating a healthy work culture to improve project collaboration and outcomes. In E. German & J. Ballestro (Eds.), Project management in technical services: Practical tips and case studies (pp. 77-89). American Library Association
  • Walton, K. & McMullin, R. (2021). Welcoming autistic students to academic libraries through innovative space utilization. Pennsylvania Libraries: Research & Practice, 9(2). https://doi.org/10.5195/palrap.2021.259
  • McMullin, R., & Walton, K. (2019). Supporting students on the autism spectrum: A practical guide for academic libraries. Libraries Unlimited.

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