LSU Libraries’ Web Development Librarian, Dave Comeaux, been awarded the 2014 Literati Award for “Outstanding Paper” of 2013 by the journal Library Hi Tech for his paper, “Accessibility of academic library web sites in North America: Current status and trends (2002-2012).”

Comeaux’s paper is the latest in a series of studies, co-authored with Dr. Axel Schmetzke of the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point, that assess the conformance of library web sites to accessibility standards for users with disabilities.

Library Hi Tech is an international, peer-reviewed journal featuring articles that explore new tools for managing and giving access to information, innovative ways of understanding interactions with users in both digital and hybrid environments, and unconventional approaches to library and information environments.

“I am excited, not only by the recognition of our work, but more importantly by the exposure this may bring to web accessibility,” says Comeaux.

Congratulations, Dave!