Don Essex
Education Profile:
MPS, Legislative Affairs, George Washington University (coursework)
MLS, Library Science, University of Maryland at College Park, 1998
BA, Liberal Studies, Pacific Union College, 1995
BS, Social Studies, Pacific Union College, 1995
Biography:
Born in Washington, D.C., Mr. Essex is the Director of Weis Library. Before joining the faculty of Washington Adventist University, he served as Legislative Information Specialist and then Information Manager for the Washington Office of the American Library Association. Mr. Essex also formerly held the position of Circulation Librarian for Columbia Union College, and has nearly twenty years of experience working in academic and special libraries in the metropolitan area.
Research and Professional Activities:
Mr. Essex’s recent research interests have focused on legislative affairs and public policy affecting American libraries and developing information services to meet the demands of government relations professionals such as lobbyists and analysts.
– THE SCHOOLS –
School of Arts & Social SciencesÂ
The School of Arts & Social Sciences offers a curriculum focused on fostering the development of the skills essential to be successful in the global service economy of the 21st Century: writing, critical thinking, debate, analysis, and an understanding and appreciation for cultural diversity.
School of Health Professions, Science & Wellness
The School of Health Professions, Science & Wellness employs a philosophy that balances practical training and theory in approaching education for future health sciences professionals. We bridge the gap between concept and practice.
School of Graduate & Professional Studies (SGPS)
For more than 30 years, WAU has been a leader in providing career building undergraduate degree programs for working professionals. WAU has continued to expand those offerings by adding graduate programs. This provides undergraduate students the opportunity to transition into graduate programs and continue to enhance their skills and competitive marketability.
