Ann Yurcaba

Ann C. Yurcaba was appointed Interim University Librarian on January 2, 2024. She was previously the executive director of the Drexel University Libraries, leading the Libraries’ strategic operations and overseeing its facilities, finances, operational capacity and organizational development. She previously served as Director of Library Administrative Services for 10 years.

Prior to joining Drexel University in 2012, Ann was the senior director of member programs and services at Lyrasis, a nonprofit collaborative membership organization committed to the success of libraries and cultural heritage organizations. She served in several roles at Lyrasis and the organization’s predecessor PALINET, including chief program officer and interim executive director. Since receiving her MA in Library Science from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, she has also held positions in both public and academic libraries.