Emily Tufts

I'm an academic library leader focused on strengthening library support for research, teaching, and student success in an evolving information landscape. I began my career as a teacher, and this grounds my librarianship in a commitment to student success and a belief that libraries play a critical role in fostering curiosity, critical thinking, and lifelong learning. Today, as University Librarian at Trent University, I lead a team of dedicated information professionals shaping strategy and services across two campuses. Together, we create responsive and inclusive collections, services, and spaces that support students, faculty, and researchers from across the disciplines. Throughout my career in academic libraries, my focus has been on the evolving role of the library as a collaborative hub for knowledge creation and student learning. While I'm energized by new technologies that are changing the way we teach, learn, and produce knowledge, I remain grounded in the enduring values that