(via ALA) In recognition of Autism Awareness Month, ALA invites you to a virtual program to learn how libraries can support coworkers and patrons on the autism spectrum. Titled “Information Literacy: Autism Awareness for Library Workers”, the webinar will take place on Monday, April 28, at 9:00 AM CDT. The program will be a moderated…
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Call for Four Librarian Advisors: ALA’s Digital Pathways: Online Health Literacy Programming for Adults Project–Deadline Wed., April 30
(via ALA) Libraries have long been a trusted source of information, but in today’s digital world, they’re also becoming key players in helping adults navigate online health resources. Recognizing this need, ALA, with $250,000 in support from UnitedHealthcare, is launching Digital Pathways: Online Health Literacy Programming for Adults. At the heart of Digital Pathways is a…
Call for Presenters: RUSA ETS Tech Showcase at ALA 2023 Annual Conference (Exact Date and Time TBD)–Deadline Tues., Feb. 28
(via Joshua Newport Illinois State University) We are seeking presenters for the RUSA (Reference and User Services Association) at ETS (Emerging Technologies Section) Tech Showcase at the ALA 2023 Annual Conference in Chicago, IL (Thursday, June 22 – Tuesday, June 27). Our planned format will be for all of the presenters to give a short…
Call for Panelists: ACRL Distance and Online Learning Section Panel Presentation “Learners of 2030: Preparing for Literacies and Skills of the Future” During ALA Annual Conference in Chicago (Exact Date and Time for Presentation TBD)–Deadline Fri., Feb. 17
(via Tracy Coyne, Northwestern University) The ACRL Distance and Online Learning Section (DOLS) Conference Program Planning Committee is soliciting speakers for its panel presentation “Learners of 2030: Preparing for Literacies and Skills of the Future“. This program will be a 60-minute interactive panel presentation held at the ALA Annual Conference, June 22 through June 27,…
Reminder: Applications for RUSA’s Stephen T. Riedner Grant for Life Enhancing Library Programs for People Living with Dementia Due Fri., Feb. 17
(via Mary Beth Riedner, retired) Now is the time to start preparing to submit an application to ALA’s RUSA (Reference & User Services Association) for a $2,500 award from the Stephen T. Riedner Grant for Life Enhancing Library Programs for People Living with Dementia. This grant is designed to provide seed money for new library…
Call for Submissions: RUSA/ETS Best Emerging Technology Application Award–Deadline Sun., Feb. 12
(via Megan Benson, Binghamton University) Do you believe in the power of technology to shape library services? Have you or a colleague used technology in an innovative way to enhance patron services? If so, we encourage you to apply for an ALA RUSA (Reference & User Services Association)/ETS (Emerging Technologies Section) Best Emerging Technology Application…
Call for Nominations: RUSA Federal Achievement Award and Federal Rising Stars Initiative
(via Adria Olmi–Director, Army Logistics University Library) Please consider nominating deserving colleagues for RUSA (Reference & User Services Association) achievement awards. There are many fabulous feds that work daily advancing the causes of library and information sciences, promoting the information profession, passionately devoting themselves to their profession through numerous activities. We would love to celebrate…
Reminder: Submissions for ALA Library Instruction Round Table Awards Due Sun., Jan. 15
(via Bridget Farrell, University of Denver) In this season of gifts and gratitude, consider gifting someone else or yourself the honor of a LIRT Awards submission! The ALA LIRT (Library Instruction Round Table) welcomes your submissions for two awards created to recognize excellence in information literacy and instruction. Submissions from all types of libraries are…
Call for Proposals: Core Project Management Interest Group Session During Core Virtual IG Week (Wed., March 8, at 10:00 AM CDT)–Deadline Mon., Jan. 30
(via Nicole Lewis, Brigham Young University) The Core Project Management Interest Group (PMIG) is seeking presentation proposals for its meeting during the Core Virtual IG Week in March 2023. The PMIG session will take place on Wednesday, March 8, at 10:00 AM CDT. Presentations should be no more than 15 minutes in length including brief…
Call for Proposals Extended: ALA Library Instruction Round Table President’s Program on Universal Design for Learning at ALA Annual Conference (in Chicago, June 22-27, Thurs.-Tues.)–New Deadline Fri., Jan. 13
(via Julie Hornick, Florida Southern College) Proposals for the LIRT President’s Program at the ALA Annual Conference in Chicago, IL (June 22-27, Thursday-Tuesday, 2023) are currently being accepted. Those received by Friday, January 13, will receive priority consideration. Program Title: “Universal design for learning – planning for all learners” Universal design for learning is an educational…