Linda C. Smith

Linda C. Smith is a prominent American librarian and educator known for her contributions to library science and information literacy. She served as the Dean of the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign's Graduate School of Library and Information Science. Smith has focused on improving library services and information access, particularly in digital environments. Her work emphasizes the importance of understanding information organization and user needs. Through her research and teaching, she has significantly influenced how libraries adapt to technology and support diverse communities in accessing information.