Robert B. Downs
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Robert Bingham Downs (May 25, 1903 – February 24, 1991) was an American writer and librarian. Downs was an advocate for intellectual freedom, and spent the majority of his career working against literary censorship. Downs authored many books and publications regarding the topics of censorship, and on the topics of responsible and efficient leadership in the library context.
Robert Bingham Downs (May 25, 1903 – February 24, 1991) was an American writer and librarian. Downs was an advocate for intellectual freedom, and spent the majority of his career working against literary censorship. Downs authored many books and publications regarding the topics of censorship, and on the topics of responsible and efficient leadership in the library context.
Employment
The following "Employment" section uses data procured from the source: Contemporary Authors Online, Gale, 2008. 1922–1926: Assistant Librarian, University of North Carolina 1927–1929: Librarian, Colby College 1929–1931: Assistant Librarian, New York Public Library 1931–1932: Assistant Librarian, University of North Carolina 1932–1934: Librarian and associate professor of Library Science, University of North Carolina 1934–1938: Librarian and professor, University of North Carolina 1938–1943: Director of Library and Library Sch. – Director of Libraries, New York University 1943–1958: Professor of Library Science, University of Illinois 1958–1971: Dean Library Administration, University of Illinois 1971: Dean Emeritus, University of Illinois 1973: Visiting professor at University of Toronto 1975: University of North Carolina In addition, Downs served as an adviser to many overseas libraries.
Honors
Joseph W. Lippincott Award for distinguished service to the profession of librarianship. 1964. Robert B. Downs Intellectual Freedom Award established in 19691 to celebrate Downs' 25th year as director of the School of Information Sciences at the University of Illinois. Melvil Dewey Medal. 1974 American Library Association Honorary Membership. 1976.
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