Who: Staff, faculty and students
What: Dean Williams retirement celebration
When: Tuesday, June 13, 2 to 4 p.m.
Where: UMCÌýGlen Miller Ballroom
RSVP: Required by May 22
On Tuesday, June 13,Ìýthe University Libraries will honor James "Jim"ÌýWilliams, who is retiring as dean of libraries afterÌý29 years of service to the Â鶹Ãâ·Ñ°æÏÂÔØ.
Over his career on campus, Williams has led University Libraries through technological advancements into the digital age, fair research access and user accessibility efforts and a major renovation from 2008 to 2009, among other projects and initiatives.
"As the voice of our commencement and keeper of our knowledge, Dean Williams will leave a lasting legacy, not only on this campus, but to Colorado and the world. I wish him the best in his retirement,"ÌýProvost Russel L. Moore noted in theÌýannouncement of Williams' retirement.
The retirement celebration will take place from 2 to 4 p.m. at the University Memorial Center (UMC). Please RSVP by Monday, May 22, to attend. You can contact Susie Siders at susie.siders@colorado.edu or 303-492-9012 to register.
