This article describes the results of a survey distributed to art librarians at independent art and design colleges to ascertain how librarians use online research guides to support the unique needs of art students. Responses highlighted a growing shift towards intentionality in guide creation, increased efforts to support non-traditional research needs, and the role of guides in promoting diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility. While research guides serve as valuable 24/7 resources, concerns remain in relation to user engagement, time constraints for guide updates or maintenance, and platform limitations. The results underscore the need for continued research on how art students interact with and use research guides. This article is based on the poster that was presented by the author at the 52nd annual ARLIS/NA conference held in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, in April 2024.
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