Bio

Philip Schreur is currently the Deputy University Librarian at Stanford University. He earned a PhD from Stanford in Medieval music theory and an MLIS from the University of California, Berkeley. Philip has been the Chair of the Program for Cooperative cataloging and deeply involved in the implementation of the new cataloging rules Resource, Description and Access (RDA) in the United States. With a mid-career move to HighWire Press, he developed an interest in the automated taxonomic analysis of digital texts. Currently, he is in charge of coordinating linked-data project development for the Stanford University Libraries (SUL). Initial areas of interest include the use of linked data as a mechanism for identity management across traditional resources and those within the digital library, the integration of linked data from disparate sources, and the transition of traditional technical services workflows to processes rooted in linked open data.

Current Role at Stanford

Deputy University Librarian

Honors & Awards

  • Newberry Library Fellowship, Newberry Library (1984)
  • Ingolf Dahl Memorial Award in Musicology, Music Library Association (1986)
  • LAUC-D Research Award, University of California (1989)
  • Swanson Best of LRTS Award, American Library Association (2013)

Education & Certifications

  • Ph.D., Stanford University, Medieval Music Theory (1987)
  • M.L.I.S., University of California, Berkeley, Librarianship (1988)
  • B.A., Calvin College, General (1980)

Projects

  • Linked Data for Production Planning Grant, Stanford University

    A planning grant from the Mellon Foundation (39K) for three meetings to develop a proposal to transition traditional technical services processing to linked open data.

    Location

    CA

Contact

  • Work
    pschreur@stanford.edu
    University - Staff Department: University Librarian's Office Position: Deputy University Librarian
    • Green Library
    • 557 Escondido Mall
    • Stanford,  California  94305-3104 
    (650) 725-1120 (fax)

Additional Info

  • Mail Code: 6004

Links

Work Experience

  • Deputy University Librarian, Stanford University (September 1, 2021)

    Location

    Stanford, CA

  • Associate University Librarian for Technical and Access Services, Stanford University (11/1/2014 - 8/31/2021)

    Direct personnel resources (132 FTE) in the areas of Acquisitions, Metadata, Preservation and Access Services. Maintain and grow vendor relationships. Represent Stanford’s perspective in key areas of Technical Services both nationally and abroad and actively influence evolving models and standards. Champion the transition of library workflows to ones based in linked open data.

    Location

    CA

  • Head, Metadata Department, Stanford University (September 1, 2005 - October 2014)

    Manage personnel resources (30 FTE) in the areas of cataloging, database integration, and electronic resources support. Develop goals, policies, local standards, and priorities in the areas of cataloging and metadata. Aid in the conceptual development of Stanford University Library’s information space, especially the relationship of metadata resources, the online catalog, and other disparate access systems. Coordinate and advocate strategic directions with the Library’s Collections and Services Program, Digital Library Systems and Services, and other areas of Technical Services.

    Location

    CA

  • Knowledge System Developer, HighWire Press/Stanford University (August 1, 2000 - August 2005)

    Develops and refines concept browsing, concept searching and automated tagging projects at Stanford HighWire Press. External consulting with customers of Stanford HighWire Press to explain, promote, and implement concept browsing and related features. Work with subject domain experts to create and maintain rule-based systems to automatically tag and categorize content. Coordinate production use of text mining and classification technologies as well as provide quality control for results.

    Location

    CA

  • Head, Catalog Department, Stanford University (November 1, 1997 - July 1, 2000)

    Manage personnel resources of over 30 FTE in the areas of cataloging, database integration, and electronic resources support. Develop goals, policies, local standards, and priorities in the area of cataloging. Coordinate and advocate strategic directions with the Library’s Collections and Services Program and other areas of Technical services.

    Location

    CA

  • Head, Music Technical Services, Stanford University (December 1, 1994 - October 1, 1997)

    Administers and coordinates all music cataloging and acquisitions activities. Oversees original music catalogers, copy catalogers, acquisition specialists, and hourly assistants. Provides original cataloging in all formats excepts serials. Serves as principal music cataloger, principal music acquisitions librarian, and liaison with Music Library Public Services and Main Library Technical Services. Participates in music reference.

    Location

    CA

  • Principal Cataloger for Music, University of California, Berkeley (3/1990 - 11/1994)

    Provides original cataloging of printed and manuscript music, music monographs, sound recordings, and rare books. Advises Head of the Music Library and branch cataloging staff on cataloging-related issues, participates in the formulation of general cataloging policy and system design related to music, and provides training to Music Library cataloging staff as needed.

    Location

    CA

  • Music Cataloging Librarian, University of California, Davis (September 1988 - February 1990)

    Provides original cataloging of scores and books on music for the main library and special collections. Provides supervision and training of .5 FTE copy/variant edition cataloger. Catalog materials in Latin and Greek. 30% assignment in other subjects to be determined by Principal Cataloger.

    Location

    CA

Professional Affiliations and Activities

  • Member, American Library Association (1997 - Present)
  • Member, American Library Association/ALCTS (2012 - Present)
  • Treasurer, International Association of Music Libraries (1998 - 2000)
  • Treasurer, Music Library Association (1989 - 1991)
  • Member, University of California/Stanford Music Librarians (1991 - 1994)
  • Music Representative, ALA’s Committee on Cataloging: Description and Access (1993 - 1996)
  • Representative for UC Berkeley, LAUC statewide Research and Professional Development Committee (1993 - 1994)
  • Chair, Subcommittee on Descriptive Cataloging, Bibliographic Control Committee, Music Library Association (1991 - 1996)
  • Member, RLG Programs Renovating Descriptive Practices Focus Group (2007 - 2015)
  • Member, RLG Programs Renovating Descriptive Practices Planning Group (2008 - 2015)
  • Chair, Program for Cooperative Cataloging Policy Committee (2012 - 2013)
  • Member, Program for Cooperative Cataloging Policy Committee (2008 - 2013)

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