Dian Walster (ah1984)
University information
Title: Professor
Unit: School of Library & Information Sci
Department: University Libraries
Contact information
106 Kresge Library
Lib & Info Sci Pgm
University Libraries
Detroit, 48202
School of Information Sciences
Phone:
888-497-8754 ext. 710
Biography:
What do 19th century English romanticism and online teaching have in common? They feature in an autoethnography being written by Dr. Dian Walster and represent the range of her research and teaching interests.
Email:
ah1984@wayne.edu
Youtube Videos:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YETQ87ZZzgY
Fax:
313-577-7563
Degrees and Certifications:
- Ph.D. in Education Communications and Technology from the University of Washington
- Master of Librarianship from the University of Washington
- Bachelor of Arts in Education with specializations in English Literature and Composition and Instructional Materials
Title:
Professor
Academic Interests:
- Research Methods including both qualitative and quantitative methods such as autoethnography and attitude-behavior consistency models
- Instructional Design and Development including online teaching and learning
- Information Policy with emphasis on everyday decision making
- School Library Media with emphasis on collaboration and management skills
- Literature and Media Materials for Children and Young Adults specifically focused on 9 to 14 year olds
Office Location:
310 Kresge Library

Courses taught by Dian Walster
Fall Term 2025 (future)
Winter Term 2025 (current)
Fall Term 2024
Winter Term 2024
- INF6010 - Foundations of the Information Professions
- INF7996 - Research for the Information Professions