LSU School of Information Studies Welcomes Two New Faculty Members to Support Program Growth and Student Success
June 30, 2025
The LSU School of Information Studies (SIS) is experiencing unprecedented growth, with student enrollment rising rapidly over the past year. In Spring 2024, SIS served a student body of 665—but by Spring 2025, that number had surged to 865, marking a remarkable 30% increase in just twelve months. This boom reflects a growing demand for degrees in information studies, fueled by the expanding role of information professionals in today’s digital, data-driven world. In response, SIS is not only growing in numbers but also in strength—committing to expanding its faculty to support the needs of its students and the evolving field.
As part of this effort, SIS proudly welcomes two new Assistant Professors of Professional Practice to its faculty: Sein Oh and Dr. Daena Carrillo. Each brings a distinct and timely area of expertise, as well as a deep passion for teaching, mentorship, and community engagement. Get to know these dynamic scholars and learn how their work is shaping the future of information studies at LSU.
Daena Carillo
Dr. Daena Carrillo brings a distinctive blend of archival expertise, environmental science, and community-centered research to the School of Information Studies, where she serves as an Assistant Professor of Professional Practice. A two-time doctoral student—with a Ph.D. in Cultural Preservation/Archival Studies already in hand and a second in Environmental Sciences underway—Dr. Carrillo’s work explores how archives can help preserve ecological knowledge and build climate resilience. Her passion for GLAM institutions (galleries, libraries, archives, and museums) began early in life and continues to drive her commitment to accessibility and information stewardship. In the classroom, students can expect a welcoming and inclusive environment where individuality is celebrated, questions are encouraged, and meaningful conversations are the norm. Currently, she’s contributing to an NSF-funded grant focused on community-based climate resilience, while also researching freshwater diversions as part of her dissertation. Outside of academia, Dr. Carrillo is an avid music lover with a serious vinyl collection, and you’ll often find her knitting while spinning records at home. She says LSU’s sense of community—from research collaborations to cheering on Mike the Tiger—is what makes the university truly special.
Sein Oh
Sein Oh joins the School of Information Studies as an Assistant Professor of Professional Practice, bringing with her a deep commitment to research, teaching, and community-focused scholarship. Currently finishing her Ph.D. in Information Studies at Florida State University, Oh focuses on privacy literacy, health information, and the role of public libraries in addressing real-world issues like opioid harm reduction. Her upcoming research on this topic will be presented at the ALISE conference and has been submitted for peer-reviewed publication. Her passion for digital literacy began during an internship with the Korea Press Foundation, where she worked with young aspiring journalists and saw firsthand how challenging it can be to navigate today’s fast-paced information landscape. In the classroom, she strives to create an approachable and interactive learning environment—even in asynchronous formats—and encourages students to reach out whenever they need support. When she’s not researching or teaching, you might find her indulging in her love of spicy food (she once won a hot wing eating contest in South Dakota!). Oh says she’s already been impressed by LSU’s collaborative spirit and looks forward to growing as an educator while contributing to the supportive, student-centered culture at SIS.
As the School of Information Studies continues to grow, the addition of faculty like Dr. Carrillo and Oh underscores LSU’s dedication to preparing students for careers that make a meaningful impact. Their combined expertise—in everything from archival resilience to digital literacy and public health—reflects the interdisciplinary strength of SIS and its mission to transform chaos into clarity. With fresh perspectives, impactful research, and a deep commitment to student success, these new faculty members are poised to help shape the future of information studies at LSU and beyond.
About the LSU School of Information Studies
The LSU School of Information Studies (SIS) provides a 100% online prestigious education in library & information science. It is the home of the Master of Library & Information Science, which is the only program accredited by the American Library Association in the state of Louisiana. SIS also offers a dual degree with the Department of History, an undergraduate minor, and three graduate certificate options. SIS is a member of the iSchools, a group of Information Schools dedicated to advancing the information field. SIS is part of the LSU College of Human Sciences & Education.