Dominique Dozier,
Presentation at the 5th JCLC 

Statement for Dominique Dozier at JCLC, presented by Em Claire Knowles

Dominique Dozier was a shining light in the library world. She served as the student success librarian at the University of Santa Clara in Santa Clara, California. There, she engaged and inspired students in their library research and encouraged and collaborate with library colleagues in and outside of her library, she was active in developing poster sessions, panel discussions, and published writing. She was active in many library associations including ALA/BCALA as an emerging leader, National Conference of African American Librarians, California Library Association, and California Librarians Black Caucus where she served as Secretary and Newsletter Editor; and she mentored a new generation of librarians at San Jose State. After a brief illness, her light faded on February 15, 2026. This award is a testament to her extensive involvement in the profession to which she was devoted and committed. As a board member of the California Librarians Black Caucus, I will deliver this award to her family as a reminder that Dominique’s life and spirit are celebrated with love and respect. Because of her dedication and commitment to a profession in which she excelled.