Laura Lipke is a seasoned professional who seamlessly bridges the realms of healthcare and academic libraries with her unique blend of expertise. Grounded in occupational therapy and fueled by a passion for information science, Laura brings a holistic approach to her work, ensuring the delivery of evidence-based resources and services vital for health science education and research. Particularly passionate about educating others and well-versed in evidence and knowledge synthesis methodologies, Laura provides educational and research services to share this knowledge with health science researchers.
Laura acquired a Master of Library and Information Science (MLIS) degree from the University of Maryland, College Park, specializing in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, Research & Instruction. Prior to this, she earned a Master of Occupational Therapy (MOT) degree from Towson University, focusing on Gerontology, and began her academic journey with a Bachelor of Science from Utica College, Syracuse University.
With over twenty years of experience in clinical and academic settings, Laura has honed her skills in various capacities. Currently, she serves as the Health Sciences Collection Development and Nursing Liaison Librarian at Binghamton University, methodically curating collections and providing invaluable support to students and faculty in health sciences disciplines. Her duties extend to liaison roles for nursing and other health science programs, where she conducts library orientation and advanced graduate research sessions, collaborates on evidence synthesis research projects, and enhances subject guides.
Before her tenure at Binghamton University, Laura served as the Medical Liaison Librarian at AT Still Memorial Library, tailoring services to osteopathic and biomedical programs. Her expertise in evidence-based medicine, critical reading and information literacy instruction played a pivotal role in supporting the research endeavors of students and faculty alike.
Laura acquired a Master of Library and Information Science (MLIS) degree from the University of Maryland, College Park, specializing in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, Research & Instruction. Prior to this, she earned a Master of Occupational Therapy (MOT) degree from Towson University, focusing on Gerontology, and began her academic journey with a Bachelor of Science from Utica College, Syracuse University.
With over twenty years of experience in clinical and academic settings, Laura has honed her skills in various capacities. Currently, she serves as the Health Sciences Collection Development and Nursing Liaison Librarian at Binghamton University, methodically curating collections and providing invaluable support to students and faculty in health sciences disciplines. Her duties extend to liaison roles for nursing and other health science programs, where she conducts library orientation and advanced graduate research sessions, collaborates on evidence synthesis research projects, and enhances subject guides.
Before her tenure at Binghamton University, Laura served as the Medical Liaison Librarian at AT Still Memorial Library, tailoring services to osteopathic and biomedical programs. Her expertise in evidence-based medicine, critical reading and information literacy instruction played a pivotal role in supporting the research endeavors of students and faculty alike.
Laura's dedication to continuous learning and professional growth is evident in her publications, peer reviews, workshop presentations, and conference participation. Actively engaged in scholarly discourse on evidence synthesis methodology, health information literacy, and library services optimization, her contributions reflect a commitment to advancing library science and health science education.
An active member of professional organizations such as the Medical Library Association (MLA) and the North Atlantic Health Sciences Libraries (NAHSL), Laura also takes on leadership roles within MLA, including serving as the Basic Science Caucus Chair. Her service extends globally, as seen in her involvement in international initiatives such as mapping evidence-based journal lists for nursing.
In essence, Laura Lipke is a versatile professional whose expertise lies at the intersection of healthcare and library science. With a rich educational background, extensive experience, and a relentless pursuit of professional development, she is a valuable asset driving forward health science education, evidence-based research, and information services.
