Library Visits for IRRI Library Staff Development

Occasional visits to advanced libraries in Metro Manila are an integral part of the staff awareness and development program of the IRRI Library and Documentation Service (LDS). This activity enables staff to be aware of information resources, building design, services,and best practices in other libraries.
Last July 6, 3 major libraries in Metro Manila were visited by the IRRI Library staff consisting of: Carmelita Austria (Consultant), Marilyn Bonador (Library Assistant), Jonnel de Jesus (Library Associate), Isagani Garcia (Library Assistant), Ernesto Gibe (Library Assistant), Mauro Malabrigo, Jr. (Library Assistant), Mila Ramos (Chief Librarian), and Milagros Zamora (Consultant).
The libraries visited are those of the University of the East, San Beda College, and Manila Doctor's College. The librarians(Ms. Emily Dela Cruz (UE), Mr.Aquilino M. Abenojar(Archivist, UE); Ms. Lourdes Roman (Library Director, SBC), and Ms. Erlinda Gonzalez (Library Director, MDC) of these academic institutions warmly welcomed the group and gave them a very informative tour of their facilities.
The trip culminated with a visit to the Philippine Academic Book Fair at the Megatrade Center.