(via Michelle Benedicta, Elmhurst College) On behalf of the Triangle Research Libraries Network (TRLN), I invite you to identify an emerging leader to apply for the seventh TRLN Management Academy, to be held in October 2016 in Chapel Hill, NC. This unique experiential learning program prepares current or new mid-level managers in academic libraries to…
Category: Conferences and Meetings (non-HSLI)
Call for Nominations–Access Services Conference Support Staff Travel Scholarship
(via Thomas Mantzakides, University of Illinois at Chicago and member of Award Committee for the scholarship) Do you know a support staff member who deserves special recognition for their work and dedication in access services? For the second year, the Access Services Conference will be presenting the Access Services Conference Support Staff Travel Scholarship to…
Deadline to Apply for 2016 ALA Diversity and Outreach Fair Extended to June 3
(via ALA) The ALA Office for Diversity, Literacy and Outreach Services has extended its deadline for library professionals from all kinds of institutions to submit proposals to apply to participate in the 2016 Diversity and Outreach Fair, to be held from 3:00 to 5:00 PM, on Saturday, June 25, at the American Library Association’s Annual Conference in…
Sign Up Now for an ACRL Buddy at the 2016 ALA Annual Conference
(via Gwen Gregory, IACRL President) Are you planning to attend your first ALA Annual Conference? First-time attendees are invited to sign up for a conference buddy who can guide you through selecting conference sessions, navigating conference venues, and answer any other questions you might have. This is a great way to learn about ACRL and…
Call For Posters & Roundtables: ALAO 2016 Conference on User Experience
(via Gwen Gregory, IACRL President) The Academic Library Association of Ohio (ALAO) Conference Planning Committee is pleased to announce our call for Poster and/or Roundtable proposals for the 2016 ALAO conference. The conference will be held on Friday, October 28, at the Roberts Centre in Wilmington, OH. The theme this year is “User Experience: ExceedingExpectations…
Registration Open for CARLI Instruction Showcase (Proposals Due Friday)
(via Debbie Campbell, CARLI) Registration is now open for the 4th Annual CARLI Library Instruction Showcase to be held on Wednesday, July 20, from 9:30 AM to 3:30 PM, at Heartland Community College in Normal, IL. To register, go here. Please also consider submitting a presentation proposal (see details below). Proposals are due this Friday, May 27. The CARLI…
Fascinating Conference Workshops at NASIG 2016
(via NASIG, formerly the North American Serials Interest Group, Inc.) NASIG is offering some pretty fascinating workshops this year. Take a look at what’s in store for Albuquerque! Ever wonder how to set up a digital repository at your institution? Or what arm-twisting techniques work best to encourage faculty and students to submit their work?Corrie…
Great Lakes Resource Sharing Conference – $75 Registration Rate Extended to May 23
(via Mike Hawthorne, Wayne State University) The Great Lakes Resource Sharing Conference, on June 9 and 10, 2016, is fast approaching. The $75 registration rate has been extended through Monday, May 23, so don’t miss out! Register now before the fee increases. The fee goes up to $95 after May 23. The conference-rate room block at the Sheraton…
ALA NMRT Seeking Applicants for Conference Mentoring Program
(via Lindsay Harmon, IACRL Vice-President/President-Elect) The New Members Round Table Mentoring Committee is seeking applicants for its 2016 ALA Conference Mentoring Program. With the program taking place June 23 – 28, 2016 (in concurrence with the American Library Association Annual Conference), the committee will pair first-time attendees with members who are more experienced with conference…
Proposals Deadline for DLF Forum is May 15
The deadline to submit a proposal for the 2016 DLF (Digital Library Federation) Forum is Sunday, May 15, at 11:59 PM PST (1:59 AM CST on Monday, May 16). This year’s event will take place in Milwaukee, from November 7 to November 9. This year’s Forum does not have a specific theme, although proposals should fit within the Digital…