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Discusses the symposium 'Libraries and the Search for Academic Excellence,' co-sponsored by the Columbia University School of Library Service and the University of Colorado. Debate on how libraries can become a more integral part of the education process in the United States and 'close the gap' between the classroom and the library; Topics of the 12 papers presented during the symposium.

Reports that the Columbia University School of Library Service in New York City has converted to the MLS program.

Reports on the celebration of the centennial of Columbia University's School of Library Service in December 1987. Gala party held on the birthday of founder Melvil Dewey; History of the Columbia College School of Library Economy; Presentation of the alumni award for lifelong achievement to Robert B. Downs, retired dean of library administration at the University of Illinois-Urbana.

Reports on the School of Library Service at Columbia University's receipt of a three-year grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities in the United States for its post-graduate Conservation Programs. Funding for the admission of new students to the program that trains preservation administrators and conservators.

Focuses on the symposium entitled 'Libraries and the Search for Academic Excellence' to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the School of Library Service at Columbia University. Objective of the symposium; Names of the participating members in the symposium.

Reports that Robert Wedgeworth, dean of the School of Library Service at Columbia University in New York will head an advisory committee for a study of library systems in New York. Objective of the study; Benefits of study.

Reports that the Rare Book School of Columbia University's School of Library Service in New York City is offering an expanded curriculum in rare books in the summer of 1986. Number of courses offered; Subjects included in the curriculum; Contact information.

Focuses on New York City-based Columbia University's School of Library Service's announcement of a fellowship for its doctoral program.

Reports on the establishment of the Frances Henne Fund at Columbia University School of Library Service in New York City in honor of Professor Frances Henne. Henne's career history; Contributions to library science.

Presents various news items of interest to library science practitioners as of July 1988. Victory of librarians in New Mexico with the State Board of Education vote against adopting a proscriptive glossary of New Age teaching methods; Extension of credit hours for master's degree by the Columbia University School of Library Service; Millage hike for library operating expenses at the Grosse Pionte Public Library, Michigan.

Reports on a drive to raise $1.5 million launched by Dean Robert Wedgeworth of the Columbia University School of Library Service to commemorate the institution's 100th anniversary on the birthday of founder Melvil Dewey. Purpose of the fund raising; Highlight of the anniversary celebration; Alumni achievement awardees.