UMN Libraries Student Advisory Board

The University of Minnesota Libraries Student Advisory Board is the undergraduate student leadership team of the UMN Libraries. Board members represent the student body and share feedback on library spaces, collections, and services. Board members also work with librarians and library staff on student engagement and outreach projects. For more information please contact Theresa Heitz heitz106@umn.edu.

We are looking for board members to serve for the 2025-2026 academic year.

Qualifications

• Applications are open to any UMN undergraduate student. 
• Students do not need to be familiar with or have prior knowledge of the UMN Libraries. We are seeking people with a range of experience using the Libraries.  
• We are looking for students who are team players, curious, open-minded, and excited about gathering and sharing student voices. We hope for students to become ambassadors for the Libraries’ services, spaces, programs and collections. 
• We encourage students from underrepresented groups or diverse backgrounds to apply. 
• The Board meets every other week in the late afternoon/early evening at Walter Library. Exact time to be determined. 

Board members are paid a stipend of $250 per semester ($500 for the year). Board members are expected to attend every other week for an hour and attend 2-3 events each semester. Meetings will be in-person at Walter Library.

What will I gain if I join?

• Influence the shape of Library services and spaces important to you and your peers.
• Gain leadership experience and other skills to add to your resume and build connections for job references or future opportunities such as graduate school, etc. 
• Meet students from across the University, make new friends, and help create the campus community you want.
• Receive training on topics such as libraries resources, events planning, communication, and outreach. 

How do I apply?

Step 1: Please fill out our short application. We are accepting applications on an ongoing basis until positions are filled.
Step 2: We will be contacting students and holding online interviews in the early summer.

Our first meeting will be in early September. 
 

If you have any questions, please contact Theresa Heitz (heitz106@umn.edu) 

 Hi! I'm Peri and I'm currently a senior studying strategic communications, personal relations, and advertising. This is my second year on the board and have loved being able to be so involved. In my free time I love dancing and spending time with my friends and family. I am so excited to be working on the advisory board again this year and working collaboratively with all these amazing people!

Hi! My name is Isabelle and I'm currently a sophomore studying business management. This is my first year on the board and I am excited to be involved in a large leadership position. In my free time, I like to read, spend time with friends, and play sports/go to the gym. I also work at the Dinkytown Target, so feel free to visit me there!

 Hi! My name is Anvita, and I'm a junior majoring in Neuroscience with a minor in Health Psychology. In my free time, I love exploring new places, hanging out with friends, watching sports, and spending time with my dog, Loki! This is my first year on the Libraries Student Advisory Board, so I am excited to begin working with the board to expand access to the libraries and build connections with the campus community!

 Hi! I’m Henry (he/they) and am currently a third-year majoring in Ecology, Evolution and Behavior! This is my first year on the Libraries Student Advisory Board, and I am excited to advocate for fellow students using the libraries. When not studying, I enjoy drawing, listening to music, and hanging out with friends!

Hi! My name is Kompal Kumar and this year will be my junior year studying Chemical Engineering. It is my first year on board and I'm eager to get started! In my free time, I like to run, curate Spotify playlists, and hike!

Hi! My name is Dyllon, I am a junior studying History and Anthropology with a minor in Museum and Curatorial Studies. I am a student worker at the Wangensteen Historical Library on campus and this is my first year on the Student Advisory Board. In my free time, I love to listen to music, read, and play my trumpet with the Marching Band at any sporting events on campus. One of my favorite places to study is at Wilson Library and I am excited to serve on the board and help enhance student experiences!

Hi everyone, my name is Wilma. I am currently a Junior double majoring in Communication Studies and Media Information (Hubbard School) with a minor in political science. I am passionate about how our media consumption impacts our political ideologies. This will be my first year on the board! Beyond excited to be able to be part of a team that helps the library support U. In my down time I love swimming, reading, travelling, photography and road trips :) 

Hi, my name is Avery Vrieze and I am a sophomore studying journalism. I love to read, and when I'm not doing that I enjoy traveling, shopping and being outside. I am so excited to be a part of the advisory board and look forward to working on events for students!

Hello! My name is Yang Liu. I'm a senior studying Strategic Communication: Advertising and Public Relations, with an intended minor in the marketing direction of Management. I am excited to be on the Library Student Advisory Board to brainstorm activities and support the connection between the libraries and the student community.

My name is Abby, and I'm a 4th year student at the U. This is my first year on the UMN Libraries Board, and I am so excited to be a part! I am currently studying Psychology and Public Health. I am from Bismarck, North Dakota. I am also a student worker at Walter Library. My hobbies include baking and working out. The two contradict each other more often than not. I am also a huge baseball fan. GO TWINS!