The underrepresented Native American student: Diversity in Library Science

Abstract

This essay details how Native Americans are underrepresented in the field of Library Science, the possible causes behind this imbalance, and surveys programs designed to recruit Native Americans and other minority groups. The results of these efforts to bring diversity to the profession have yet to be seen. Research into recruitment techniques is presented, with the caveat that agreement on "Who is Native American?" is needed before the research can be used in practice.