Quando o saber encontra a liberdade: relato de experiências marcantes em biblioteca universitária

Abstract

This article presents the academic and social experiences developed within the scope of the Curricular Internship IV of the Library Science Course at the Federal University of Paraíba. Its objective is to report the practical activities carried out at the Berilo Borba Sector Library, highlighting the content of the course Laboratory of Integrated Practices IV. A supervised practice method was adopted, which enabled dynamic integration among students, librarians, and faculty members. This collaborative process involved fundamental stages, such as technical evaluation of collections, formulation of strategic projects, and development of institutional communication actions. The results demonstrated the importance of practical experience in the educational process of librarians, providing not only mastery of technical skills but also a deepening of the social commitment of library science. Direct engagement with the profession’s challenges allowed participants to consolidate knowledge and perceive, in practice, the impact of their actions on the academic community. It is concluded that practical experiences, when combined with critical reflection and collective work, are indispensable for the training of professionals capable of innovating and transforming the reality of university libraries. This process strengthens the librarian’s role as an agent of change, preparing them to face contemporary challenges and contributing to democratic access to information and knowledge. Interaction among different stakeholders reinforced learning and enhanced essential skills for professional practice.