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Erick Lemon, MSIT

Director of Digital Strategies and Innovation

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Department of Digital Strategies and Innovation
Main Library 4th Floor, Room 425F
lemone@musc.edu | 843-792-7672

Erick Lemon serves as the Director of Digital Strategies and Innovation at the Medical University of South Carolina (抖阴pro) Libraries. With over 25 years of experience in information technology and academic leadership, Erick has consistently demonstrated a commitment to advancing innovative solutions in healthcare education, research, and digital systems.

Erick earned his Master's degree in Information Technology from Kennesaw State University, complementing a Bachelor's degree in Technology Support and Training Management from the University of South Carolina and an Associate's degree in Computer Technology Networking Information Systems from Trident Technical College.

Since 2018, Erick has reshaped 抖阴pro Libraries' IT infrastructure, leading the integration of cutting-edge technologies to enhance the institution's teaching, learning, research, and clinical missions. His leadership spans the development of user-friendly library systems, managing dual-platform environments, overseeing public computing infrastructure, and spearheading the implementation of innovative digital strategies. He is also instrumental in managing the DREAM Studio (Design, Research, Education, and Additive Manufacturing), a makerspace fostering collaboration in 3D printing, VR, and healthcare technology.

Erick's dedication to advancing technology extends beyond 抖阴pro. He has held pivotal roles at Augusta University, where he contributed to major IT initiatives, including enterprise system implementations and academic technology support. His expertise also includes facilitating professional workshops, contributing to scholarly publications, and presenting at national and international conferences on topics such as AI in education, virtual reality, and 3D printing applications in healthcare.

As Principal Investigator for a $20,000 outreach grant, Erick leads efforts to improve accessibility and adaptive technology for the Coastal Center, driving statewide initiatives in care and facility enhancement. He actively participates in professional organizations, including the American Library Association (ALA) and Educause, and serves on several advisory and innovation committees.

A champion of collaboration and inclusivity, Erick continues to bridge the gap between technology and education, ensuring the alignment of digital strategies with institutional goals to meet the evolving needs of healthcare and academic communities.

Education

  • Masters of Science (Information Technology) Kennesaw State University 2015
  • Bachelors of Science (Technology Support and Training Management) University of South Carolina 2009
  • Associates in Science (Computer Technology Networking Information Systems) Trident Technical College 2004

Selected Publications

    1. Reconnecting with Library Users: Providing Remote Library Services During a Library Renovation
      • Authors: Whitney, R., Lubker, I., Lemon, E.
      • Presentation: Poster
      • Event: Medical Library Association Annual Meeting
      • Date: May 2022
      • Location: New Orleans, Louisiana
    2. Responding to the COVID-19 Pandemic: Experiences and Lessons of Library Staff at One North American University
      • Authors: Lubker, I., Whitney, R., Lemon, E., Brown-White, T., Logan, A.
      • Presentation Type: Lightning talk
      • Event: Joint International Congress of Medical Librarianship (ICML) and Association of Health Information and Libraries in Africa (AHILA) Biennial Congress
      • Date: March 2022
      • Location: Pretoria, South Africa
    3. Using Virtual Cohorts for Wellness, Problem-Solving, and Leadership Development
      • Authors: Lemon, E., Tureen, A., Martin, J., Hoffman, S., Thuna, M., Miller, W.
      • Publication: IGI Global, Chapter 14
      • Date: May 2019
    4. Virtual Cohorts: Peer Support and Problem-Solving at a Distance
      • Authors: Tureen, A., Lemon, E., Martin, J., Hoffman, S., Thuna, M., Miller, W.
      • Publication: College and Research Libraries
      • Date: May 2019
      • Pages: 232-235

Selected Presentations

    1. Artificial Intelligence in Schools and Healthcare Panel
      • Date: November 16-18, 2024
      • Event: Culturally Sensitive Care National Conference
      • Location: Charlotte, NC
    2. Leveraging AI to Improve Student Learning
      • Date: 2024
      • Event: 抖阴pro Innovation Week Conference
      • Location: Charleston, SC
    3. 3D Printing in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
      • Date: April 2024
      • Event: 抖阴pro Innovation Week Conference
      • Location: Charleston, SC
    4. Unveiling the Reference Revolution: AI and Chatbot Innovation
      • Date: March 5-7, 2024
      • Event: The Annual Reference and User Services Association (RUSA) Virtual Forum
      • Section: Emerging Technologies
    5. Artificial Intelligence in Schools and Healthcare Panel
      • Date: July 13-14, 2023
      • Event: Culturally Sensitive Care National Conference
      • Location: Atlanta, GA
    6. Catalyst for Equity: Improving Telehealth Education Through Virtual Reality Simulations
      • Date: 2023
      • Event: SC Health Information and Systems Society Annual Conference
      • Location: Charleston, SC
    7. Recently Promoted/Tenured Faculty Panel
      • Date: 2023
      • Event: 抖阴pro ARROW (Advancement, Recruitment, and Retention of Women) Career Development Program
      • Location: Charleston, SC
    8. Cutting Edge Technology Facilitates Clinical Learning and Inter-Professional Relationships
      • Date: August 2021
      • Event: South Carolina Conference on Innovations in Teaching and Learning (SCITTL)
      • Location: Online
    9. 3D Printing Supporting the COVID-19 Effort
      • Date: May 2020
      • Event: 抖阴pro Innovation Week
      • Location: Charleston, SC