Top 10 Library Directors - 2026

Casanna Jackson serves as Library Director at Jacksonville University, where she leads a student-centered library focused on accessible resources, meaningful learning and community connection. Her leadership brings together collaboration, evolving technology and responsive services to meet the needs of today’s learners.

Dennis McGuire is Library Director at Columbia College Chicago, where he leads library services, collections management and academic resource strategy. With extensive experience in higher education libraries, he supports teaching, research and student success through innovative information services and collaborative leadership.

Jolene Nechiporenko is Library Director at Minot State University, where she leads library services and resources for the university community. With 15-plus years at the institution, she previously served as Access Services Librarian and Library Purchasing Manager, bringing deep expertise in library operations, access services, and supporting students and faculty.

Charles Vesei is Library Director and Librarian of the Colleges at Hobart and William Smith Colleges, where he leads library strategy, academic resources and information services. With extensive experience in higher education, he supports teaching, research and student success through innovative library leadership.

Emily Miles is Library Director at Babson College, where she leads library services, resources, and student support for the college community. She brings deep expertise in library operations, access services, and fostering learning environments that help students and faculty succeed in their academic work.

Kerry Louvier is Director of Library and Learning Services at Rasmussen University, where she leads academic skills, information services, and digital content. With over two decades in higher education, she specializes in knowledge management, learning design, and leveraging AI to optimize learning environments for diverse learners.

Naomi Ruby is a director of library and information services leader with experience spanning K–12 education, university librarianship and higher education. At Wharton County Junior College, she advances usercentered library services, information literacy, accessibility and responsible technology use, helping students navigate increasingly complex information environments and supporting institutional learning and success.

Robin Wolven is Library Director at Crowder College, where she leads library services and resources for the college community. A Drexel University graduate, she brings deep expertise in library operations, community engagement, and supporting students and faculty in their academic pursuits.

Nora Arkelian is Library Director at Mercyhurst University, where she leads library services, academic resource strategy and information access initiatives. With extensive experience in higher education, she supports teaching, research and student success through collaborative leadership and innovative library programs.

Tonya Fawcett is Library Director at Grace College, where she leads library services and resources for the college community. A graduate of the University of Maryland, College Park, she brings deep expertise in information literacy, research, and supporting students and faculty in their academic pursuits.