We invite chapter proposals for the forthcoming ACRL publication Flourishing in the Academic Library: A Framework for Fostering Student Belonging, Confidence, and Connection which address student flourishing, specifically the concepts of belonging, confidence, and connectedness. Proposals are due by June 2, 2025.
This volume aims to bridge the gap between information literacy and social-emotional learning based on The Framework for Flourishing. It will collect chapters on the holistic impact of academic libraries on student social and emotional growth and development in their ability to navigate an increasingly complex digital landscape. The purpose of this volume is to bring together a variety chapters such as case studies, best practices, exploratory research, pedagogical theory, or novel and unique program models that show how academic libraries contribute to student flourishing. Case studies and exploratory research are invited and welcome. The chapters will represent a range of library services, institutions, and student populations and discuss library programs, services, assessments, or initiatives that align with student flourishing. Proposals are welcome from any area of academic librarianship.
The volume will have three main sections: 1. Belonging Develops Purpose, 2. Confidence Develops Resilience, and 3. Connectedness Develops Potential. Read the full call for proposals here for more information.
Proposal Requirements
1. A concise paragraph describing the aspect of academic librarianship explored in your chapter—programming, services, spaces, collections, etc.—and how your chapter would contribute to our understanding of flourishing through student successes, identifying best practices, creation of new programming and assessment practices, etc. (5-10 sentences).
2. Identify which section—Belonging, Confidence, or Connectedness—for which your chapter is best suited followed by 3-5 sentences explaining why.
3. Identify specific Dispositions and Knowledge Practices from the Framework for Flourishing with Information.
Submit your proposal via this Google form or by emailing the editors Kate Langan and Juliana Espinosa at flourishingwithinformation@gmail.com by June 2, 2025.
Timeline
· June 2, 2025 Proposals Due
· July 15, 2025 Authors Notified of Acceptance
· August 1, 2025 Authors to Accept or Decline
· October 1, 2025 First Drafts due
· February 1, 2026 Editor Return Edits
· April 1, 2026 Authors to Submit Final Drafts
For more information including potential chapter topics, see the full call for proposals.