Master of Information

Specifically, students will be able to

• Analyze the impacts of cultural, social, and demographic factors on information behaviors to understand diverse community needs, by applying foundational and new knowledge, theories, models, and concepts;
• Evaluate information resources for cultural sensitivity and representation;
• Identify, analyze, and mitigate potential barriers to information access across diverse communities and environments served (physical, digital);

Specifically, students will be able to

• Create, evaluate, design, and test human-centered, inclusive information and technology systems and services, organizational structures, classification schemes, metadata, policies, etc. that support inquiry, discovery and knowledge-building;
• Incorporate features and affordances that prioritize user privacy and agency, balance standardization with cultural responsiveness, and limit biases and exclusionary practices.

Specifically, students will be able to

• Implement, evaluate, apply, and uphold ethically and democratically grounded policies and professional practices and standards in information work;
• Assess and implement policies and practices in information settings, demonstrating ethical adherence to democratic values and professional standards;
• Demonstrate a commitment to intellectual freedom and equitable access across diverse communities.

Specifically, students will be able to

• Disseminate, share and preserve physical and digital resources and keep services useful now and into the future, for all communities including those with limited broadband;
• Assess the sustainability of information technologies and services that are good for the environment, make sense economically, and treat everyone equitably.

Specifically, students will be able to

• Design and implement evidence-based measurable protocols and indicators to evaluate the effectiveness of information systems, programs, instruction, and services;
• Translate findings into actionable strategies to measure impact and inform improvements;
• Apply multiple research methods to analyze user experience data to identify and mitigate accessibility and equity gaps.

Specifically, students will be able to

• Lead initiatives in the information professions by driving ethical, responsible, and equity-oriented practices;
• Identify, articulate, and pursue leadership opportunities and ongoing learning at all levels within information organizations;
• Create inclusive leadership and training opportunities, develop partnerships with communities and constituents, and implement approaches to institutional change that center equity and inclusion.