Communication, Events, Graphic Design & Website Content at the University Libraries: Overview

Melissa Sinner
Web Content & Design Specialist
433 Love Library
402-472-0026
melissa.sinner@unl.edu

Melissa manages content and maintenance of the Libraries primary website. She coordinates content development and integration with managers of the ILS, ILL, and vendor systems that make up the Libraries online presence. Melissa can help you update existing information, create & edit new content or web pages, and consult with you on ways to develop content for specific audiences and purposes.

Examples of Melissa’s ongoing projects include:

• UNL CMS (libraries.unl.edu) ongoing content updates & website
• Blog development and social media support, content coordination
• Illiad content coordination, web page development, maintenance & updates
• ILS content coordination and website integration
• Springshare updates, content coordination and website integration (Hours, LibAnswers, LibGuides, Tutorials, etc.)
• Vendor system branding and website integration

Nancy Weyers
Web Usability & Design Specialist
LLS 433, University of Nebraska-Lincoln, 68588-4100
402 472 0026
nancy.weyers@unl.edu

Nancy manages and runs usability studies to better understand our user needs. These studies help identify barriers to information access. Information gathered from these studies guide improvements to the Libraries website and spaces. 

With their expertise, Melissa and Nancy collaborate to develop the structure of the website following University Web Developer Network (WDN) and University Communication guidelines and best practices. They test, create and refine content, design, features, and navigation. 

Lead time for projects: varies with the project; involve them as soon as you are aware of new projects or problems

Joan Barnes
Associate Professor of Practice
Communications & Outreach Librarian
434 Love Library
402-472-6987
jbarnes3@unl.edu

Joanie writes and disseminates information for University and local media. She also helps others for media appearances

Lead time: 3-4 weeks (publication deadlines also vary)*

*Events on the University Calendar will appear on the Live Library kiosk only if they are entered under the Libraries account rather than individual accounts. Send requests to Joanie.

Successful projects require communication and organization. Review the process below when starting a project with us:

• Fill out the submit-a-project form.
• To help us stay organized, we'll add your project to our Basecamp 3 project management system.
• A team member will contact you and the stakeholders if your project requires additional discussion and planning. Major or complex library-wide projects may be forwarded to the Dean or SAT for approval before work begins.
• Emails about projects may come from Basecamp. By simply replying to basecamp emails, all communication will be stored with your project details.

Regina Flowers
Learning Commons & Events Coordinator
207c Love Library North
402-472-3945
rflowers3@unl.edu

Regina oversees event and program planning in the Libraries; maintains a schedule of major library events; coordinates room reservations; and manages the Adele Hall Learning Commons. Regina is available to assist with event planning, and can provide usage stats for the Adele Hall Learning Commons.

How UX can help with events: 

• Brainstorm goals, format, audience and resources
• Assist in the development of event proposals and budgets
• Consult on event date/time selection
• Provide event checklists & timetables for pre-planning
• Approve Learning Commons space usage

Leadtime: Events often require the support of multiple UX members;the sooner we are involved, the more help we can provide. Major library events are discussed on a yearly basis. Smaller events can require anywhere from 4 weeks to several months depending on the activity. 

Joan Barnes
Associate Professor of Practice
Communications & Outreach Librarian
434 Love Library
402-472-6987
jbarnes3@unl.edu

Erin Colonna
Graphic Designer
436 Love Library
402-472-3536
erincolonna@unl.edu

Joanie and Erin partner to create text and graphics for promotion campaigns. Campaigns can include announcements, brochures, posters, invitations, articles, social media, and more. The amount and type of promotion will vary depending on the event, audience, size, and deadlines.

Lead time: Varies from a few days to weeks. 3-4 months for library events with many components; 6-8 months for major events coordinated with other units

Erin Colonna
Graphic Designer
436 Love Library
402-472-3536
ecolonna2@unl.edu

Erin can create both print and digital products. Let's create something awesome and informational!

Print projects such as wayfinding, brochures, informational cards, table tents, posters, signs, infographic etc.

Digital projects such as web visuals, social media graphics, digital slides for library's display screens.

Videography: She can help by create a video highlighting a service, upcoming event, or collection.

Lead time: Design time plus (3 days for copying; 10 days for printing)

Erin Colonna
Graphic Designer
436 Love Library
402-472-3536
ecolonna2@unl.edu

Erin oversees virtual and physical displays and rotating exhibits.

Lead time: varies; reserve display cases and wall space early.