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InfoFair: an annual computer and information event.

Joan M Marcotte Gregory1, Jeanne Marie Le Ber

  • 1Technical Services, University of Utah, Spencer S. Eccles Health Sciences Library, 10 North 1900 East, Salt Lake City, UT 84112-5890, USA. joang@lib.med.utah.edu

Medical Reference Services Quarterly
|May 7, 2002
PubMed
Summary

InfoFair, an annual health informatics event, evolved since 1983 to meet changing technology needs for health professionals. This review offers insights for planning similar library-led information events.

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Area of Science:

  • Health Informatics
  • Library Science
  • Continuing Education

Background:

  • The Spencer S. Eccles Health Sciences Library initiated InfoFair in 1983.
  • The event addressed growing demand for remote access to medical databases like MEDLINE.
  • InfoFair serves health professionals and information providers at the University of Utah and statewide.

Observation:

  • InfoFair's focus shifted over 19 years to align with evolving computer and information needs.
  • The event adapted its presentations, exhibits, demonstrations, and workshops.
  • Programmatic changes reflected advancements in information technology and user requirements.

Findings:

  • Consistent trends, guidelines, and procedures emerged from annual event planning.
  • The library successfully adapted the event to changing user needs and technological landscapes.

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  • Nineteen years of experience provided valuable data for event development.

    • Implications:

    • This paper provides a historical review and evaluation of InfoFair's evolution.
    • Lessons learned can guide other libraries in planning and executing similar information events.
    • The study highlights the library's role in supporting health informatics education and resource access.