Census data provides an understanding of community needs and can increase the effectiveness of a library’s programs, collections and outreach with data-informed decision making. This collaborative workshop will show users how to access Census data and tools to better work for their community’s well-being. Participants will explore local populations by looking at various demographic data for short and long-term community library planning. Stacie Cochran-McNeal, Data Dissemination Specialist, and Carl Olson, Librarian for Government Information at Towson University, will guide users in the use of Census Data to grow your library outreach into a Community Garden of resources and engagement.
Librarian for Government Publications, Towson University Albert S. Cook Library
I have served as librarian for geography and government publications. I also have experience in copy editing and indexing for scholarly books and articles.
