(via Erin Ellis, Indiana University Bloomington) The editors, Erin L. Ellis and Jill K. Becker, seek chapter proposals for Engagement in Action: Academic Libraries Advancing Institutional Goals. This edited volume will include chapters that describe academic librarian engagement as defined in the 2025 College & Research Libraries article “Defining Engagement for Academic Librarians”: “A strategic,…
Category: Calls and Requests
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Call for Participation: Survey on Academic Libraries’ Current Practices for Developing and Managing Popular Reading Collections–Deadline Wed., April 8
(via Abigail Higgins, Auburn University) As a reminder, you are invited to participate in a survey about academic libraries’ current practices surrounding developing and managing popular reading collections (also called browsing collections or leisure reading collections). Input is sought from academic librarians and library workers within the US, who are involved in or have knowledge of their home institutions’…
Call for Proposals: Southeastern Resource Sharing Conference (Thurs., Oct. 22 – Fri., Oct. 23, in Memphis, TN)–Deadline Fri., May 1
(via Renna T. Redd, Clemson University) Save the Date and Join Us! Gather with colleagues and friends to shake, rattle, and roll through fresh ideas, new partnerships, and bold collaborations that keep our resource sharing community rocking! All who have an interest in or passion for the future of library resource sharing are encouraged to…
Call for Proposals: Wisconsin Association of Academic Librarians Conference (Mon., Aug. 3 – Tues., Aug. 4, in Milwaukee)–Deadline Thurs., April 30, at 5:00 PM CDT
(via Gwen Gregory, Northern Illinois University) The Wisconsin Association of Academic Librarians (WAAL) Conference will be held from Monday, August 3, to Tuesday, August 4, at Marquette University – Raynor Library in Milwaukee, WI! This year’s conference theme is “WAAL Together Now: Engagement, Connection, Belonging”. We are now accepting proposals for breakout sessions, lightning talks,…
Call for Nominations Extended: IACRL Board Elections–New Deadline Wed., March 25
(via IACRL) Do you want to make a difference in the Illinois academic library community? Are you looking for an opportunity to develop your leadership skills? Consider running for an Illinois Association of College & Research Libraries (IACRL) office! Two offices, Secretary and Vice-President/President-Elect, are on the ballot each spring. The Secretary serves a one-year…
Call for Submissions: Spring Issue of ACRL Literatures in English Section’s Biblio-Notes–Deadline Fri., May 1
(via Glenda Insua, University of Illinois Chicago) It’s almost time for the Spring issue of the ACRL Literatures in English Section’s Biblio-Notes. I’d like to encourage all of you to consider submitting an article, brief report, or update. Submissions are due Friday, May 1. Need ideas? Consider the following topics: Brief articles are welcome (250-1000…
Registration Open for True North Science Boot Camp (Thurs., June 18 – Fri., June 19, at McMaster University in Hamilton, Ontario)–Deadline Mon., June 1
(via Katie Harding, McMaster University) Registration is now open for True North Science Boot Camp 2026 at McMaster University in Hamilton, Ontario, Canada, from Thursday, June 18, to Friday, June 19. Registration rates and the link to register are available on the Registration page. The deadline is Monday, June 1. The 2026 True North Science…
Call for Volunteers: CARLI Committees and Task Force–Deadline Fri., May 1
(via Michelle Haake, CARLI) CARLI is seeking volunteers to serve on our advisory committees and task forces. Volunteers chosen for committee service will serve a three-year term, July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2029. The application period for initial committee appointments will close on Friday, May 1, at 5:00 PM CDT. Faculty and staff members from…
Reminder: Proposals for ACRL Science and Technology Section Research Forum (Online Tues., June 16) Due Tues., March 31
(via William Jacobs, San Francisco State University) The Research Committee of the ACRL Science and Technology Section (STS) will host its Research Forum online Tuesday, June 16. The Committee is currently seeking proposals to present lightning talks that highlight research and practitioner projects related to science and technology librarianship. Registration for ALA Annual and STS…
Call for Proposals: Upcoming Bloomsbury Publication Academic Libraries Advocating for Student Success–Deadline Fri., May 1
(via Dr. Thomas Weeks, Augusta University) We are happy to invite chapter proposals for Academic Libraries Advocating for Student Success, a new edited volume to be published by Bloomsbury. The book will explore how libraries define, support, measure, and communicate their impact on student achievement. This book will feature research and case studies across instruction and…