Librarians and archivists are intimately involved in scholarly communication systems, both as information providers and instructors. However, very little is known regarding their activities as scholars. This study seeks to examine the scholarly communication practices of librarians and archivists, the role that tenure plays in scholarly communication practices, and the degree to which institutional support is provided in librarians' efforts to consume and disseminate research and reports of best practices. A questionnaire was sent to professional librarians and archivists at 91 ARL institutions. The responses demonstrate that ARL librarians and archivists are avid consumers and creators of scholarship, and they use emerging technologies to stay up-to-date on the profession's latest research.he duties of academic librarians and archivists are inherently tied to the world of scholarly research. By organizing, disseminating, and providing access to information, librarians and archivists act as gatekeepers of knowledge for countless students, researchers, and professors. The role of librarians and archivists in scholarly communication has expanded in recent years. In addition to their traditional job duties, librarians now perform liaison functions, wherein information professionals act as educators for both students and faculty. Modern librarians also advocate for "sustainable models" of scholarly communication, help faculty members to develop tools that facilitate scholarly communication, and work in the field of digital preservation.