Rod Bustos
Director of Library Technology and Systems
Assistant Professor
Academic Appointment(s)
Administration
Department of Libraries
Bio
I am an academic librarian specializing in library systems, technology, and assessment, with decades of experience supporting research, instruction, and digital infrastructure across multiple university settings.
- RBUSTOS2@augusta.edu
- (706) 667-4903
- LIBR 119A
Education
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MLIS, Library and Information Science
University of South Carolina -, 1993
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MBA, Business Administration and Management, General
Georgia State University, 1990
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BBA, International Business/Trade/Commerce
University of Georgia, 1987
Certifications
Awards & Honors
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Outstanding Faculty Member
University Libraries, 2018
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Presidential Citation
Special Libraries Association, 2016
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Wayne S. Yenawine Distinguished Student Award
University of South Carolina, 1994
Teaching Interests
My teaching interests center on empowering students to become confident, critical users of information systems. I am particularly committed to integrating library technologies, data literacy, and research methodologies into instruction that supports students across disciplines.
Scholarship
Selected Recent Publications
- X, Y, Zzzz: Generational differences in academic librarian burnout. , 2022
Book, Chapter in Scholarly Book-New
- Preserve Local and Institution-Specific Data during Migration to a Network Cataloging Environment, 2017
Conference Proceeding
- Facilitating support of cyber: Toward a new liaison model with cybersecurity education at Augusta University, 2017
Journal Article, Academic Journal
- From Chaos to Community: Two Libraries Finding a Unified Direction, 2016
Conference Proceeding
Research Interests
My research interests center on the implementation, optimization, and assessment of library systems and discovery platforms. I am particularly interested in how technology, workflow design, and data analytics can improve user experience and enhance access to information.
Department Service
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Finals Frenzy
2023
Role: Other
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Finals Frenzy
2023
Role: Other
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Finals Frenzy
2021 - 2021
Role: Other
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Finals Frenzy
2018 - 2018
Role: Other
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Finals Frenzy
2018 - 2018
Role: Other
College Service
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FOLIO Implementation Team
2023 - Present
Role: Committee Chair
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Library Leadership Team
2022 - Present
Role: Committee Member
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Judge for MGMT 4530 final presentations
- 2024
Role: Other
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Judge for MGMT 6560 final presentations
- 2024
Role: Other
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Judge for MGMT 6510 final presentations
- 2024
Role: Other
University Service
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Augusta University: GIL FOLIO Implementation team
2024 - Present
Role: Committee Member
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Augusta University: Budget Advisory University Resources (BAUR) Committee
2023 - Present
Role: Committee Member
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Augusta University; GIL Alma Institutional leads
2015 - Present
Role: Committee Member
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Augusta University - Dean of Libraries Search Committee
2021 - 2022
Role: Committee Member
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Augusta University - Course Evaluation Assessment Team
2020 - 2021
Role: Committee Member
Professional Service
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Journal of Business and Finance Librarianship
2019 - Present
Role: Reviewer, Journal Article
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USG; Alma USG Assessment Committee
2017 - Present
Role: Committee Member
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Special Libraries Association, Technology Advisory Council
2016 - Present
Role: Committee Member
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Special Libraries Association, Georgia Chapter
1997 - Present
Role: Other
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GIL RFP Committee
2022 - 2023
Role: Member
Public Service
