Brock Edmunds is the Assistant Head for Access Services at the Frederick S. Pardee Management Library at Boston University, a role he has held since 2006. With over 20 years of experience as a librarian in both public and academic settings, Brock has built a deep expertise in library operations and services. At BU, he co-manages the Pardee Library, overseeing reference services, instruction, collection development, and the library’s reserves program.

Brock’s research interests are broad, encompassing business librarianship, reference and user services, student success, leadership, and AI-assisted research. He is particularly focused on how emerging technologies like generative AI can enhance research and library services.

Before entering librarianship, Brock gained diverse experience as a librarian and instructor in the for-profit education sector, a law librarian, and a Senior Paralegal at Liberty Mutual. These roles provided him with a unique perspective on legal research and information management. His transition to librarianship was driven by a passion for supporting research and helping students succeed academically.

Outside of BU, Brock is an active member of the Boston Library Consortium’s Business Community of Interest, where he collaborates with peers on various initiatives. He also serves as a peer reviewer for the Journal of Business & Finance Librarianship, contributing his expertise to the field. Brock’s ongoing contributions help shape the future of libraries in supporting academic achievement and business innovation.

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