The University Libraries are remembering the service of Joan Giesecke by naming a boardroom in honor of the former dean of libraries. A ceremony will be 3 to 4:30 p.m. Sept. 18 in Love Library South, Room 218. The event is open to all faculty and staff.

Giesecke worked for 25 years with the University Libraries, including 16 as dean. During her tenure, Giesecke tripled the library’s endowment, oversaw renovations to enhance the libraries in size and service, developed relationships to help colleges advance teaching and research, and enhanced the diversity of the libraries’ faculty.

Prior to coming to the university, Giesecke earned a bachelor’s degree in economics from the State University of New York at Buffalo, a master’s degree in library science from the University of Maryland, a master’s degree in management from Central Michigan University, and a doctorate in public administration from George Mason University.

Giesecke, emeritus dean of libraries, died Oct. 9, 2017 in Sarasota, Florida.

Remarks and ribbon cutting will take place at 3:30 p.m.