Dr. Alison Brown

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Biography

Alison Brown is a Lecturer in the Department of Information Science at Dalhousie University. With a unique blend of experiences that includes working with a variety of community groups and educational initiatives, Alison focuses on teaching library and information science. Her research interests are centered around community-led services and the sociology of reading, highlighting the importance of informed civic engagement. She is also an Interdisciplinary PhD student dedicated to nurturing relational well-being through shared reading practices. Alison's academic journey has included the examination of shared reading programs for incarcerated mothers, aiming to strengthen social inclusion in diverse communities. When not engaged in her teaching or research, Alison enjoys activities like taking long walks, making jam, curling up with books, and seeking sunshine with her family and friends.

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Experience

Lecturer

— Present

Dalhousie University • Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

Teaching courses in library and information science with research interests in community engagement and information behavior.