Mark Colvson: New Associate Library Director

Mark Colvson

Mark Colvson has joined the Marist College staff as the Associate Director of the Library.  He holds a B.A. in Psychology from Haverford College and an M.S. in Library and Information Science from Drexel University.  Mark has over twenty years experience in academic librarianship, having worked previously in libraries at the University of Pennsylvania, Binghamton University, Bryn Mawr College, and most recently, the United States Military Academy.  During his tenure at Bryn Mawr, he led the Public Services staff for the main library as well as the Desktop Support staff for Information Services.  Most recently, at West Point, Mark led the Systems Division.

Mark’s library interests include student-centered learning as it affects the delivery of library instruction, the use of social media in delivering library services, and the impact of electronic media on the academic conversation.  His other interests include amateur theatrics, vocal music performance, and the fanatical support of his hometown ball club, the Philadelphia Phillies.