Under the background of digital intelligence empowerment, university libraries are undergoing significant transformations in the construction of special collections and the innovation of service models. This paper explores the pathways for enhancing the development and utilization of unique library resources through advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence, big data, and cloud computing. It analyzes the current status, challenges, and opportunities faced by university libraries in digitizing, managing, and providing intelligent access to special collections. The study further proposes innovative strategies for service delivery, including personalized recommendations, virtual interactive platforms, and collaborative resource-sharing mechanisms. By examining practical cases and best practices, this research aims to provide theoretical and practical insights into the sustainable and user-centered development of special collections in the digital era.

Jing Bao. Innovative Pathways for Building and Servicing Distinctive Collections in Academic Libraries under Digital and Intelligent Empowerment. International Journal of Educational Innovation and Science (2025), Vol. 6, Issue 1: 139-147. https://doi.org/10.38007/IJEIS.2025.060117.

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