(via the Illinois Library Association) Due to calendar changes by the Illinois General Assembly, we have had to reschedule four of the ILA Legislative Meet-Ups to coincide with dates when the legislature is not in session and legislators are available to meet with us in their home districts. We apologize for any confusion, but want…
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Call for Programs: ILA 2017 Annual Conference
(via the Illinois Library Association) The Illinois Library Association is now accepting proposal submissions for its 2017 Annual Conference, themed “Rise Up”. Proposals should reflect how libraries of all types foster diversity, engage community, and champion social justice. The 2017 meeting is a chance for us to come together and share our ideas to better…
“RUSA 101” Webinar on Tuesday, December 20
(via the Reference and User Services Association) The next “RUSA 101” webinar will be held on Tuesday, December 20, at 1:00 PM CST. RUSA 101 is intended for individuals who are new to the division or want to learn more about opportunities for involvement. Topics to be covered include RUSA and its six sections, which focus on business…
Special Webcast: ACRL Committee Volunteer Opportunities (Dec. 14)
(via Gwen Gregory, IACRL Past President) Have you considered serving on an ACRL committee? Find out more next week with this free webinar: ‘Tis the season to volunteer! If you’re interested in opportunities to connect and network with others in the field or want to gain leadership experience by serving on an ACRL committee, now…
December 14 Forum on How to Volunteer for an ACRL Committee or Community of Practice
(via the Association of College and Research Libraries) If you’re interested in opportunities to connect and network with others in the field or want to gain leadership experience by serving on an ACRL committee, now is the time to submit your volunteer application for 2017-18. The ACRL Membership Committee invites all new members and anyone…
Chicago Info/Library/Archives Workers Meetup on Social Justice Tuesday, December 20
(via Gwen Gregory, IACRL Past President) Employees in ALA’s Office for Diversity, Literacy, and Outreach Services are hosting a gathering of Chicago area LIS/Archives and Info Workers committed to upholding the professional ethics of diversity, inclusion, information preservation and access, equitable representation, individual privacy, and support of marginalized communities. The gathering will be from 4:00-6:30pm…
Reminder: Help Us Plan the 2017 CARLI Annual Meeting
(via Michelle Haake, Consortium of Academic and Research Libraries in Illinois) CARLI is seeking feedback from those who attended or streamed the annual meeting, and those who were unable to attend. Your feedback will help in planning for the 2017 Annual Meeting. If you attended the annual meeting, please tell us about your experience by…
ACRL Seeking Committee Volunteers for 2017-18 Appointment Cycle
(via Gwen Gregory, IACRL Past President) Are you interested in serving on an ACRL committee? The ACRL committee volunteer form for section and division-level appointments is now open! Please visit http://www.ala.org/acrl/membership/volunteer/volunteer for a link to the form. The deadline to volunteer is February 15, 2017, for appointments that begin July 1, 2017. Make a difference: Connect, contribute,…
Celebrate Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion with the ALCTS Midwinter Symposium
(via the Association for Library Collections and Technical Services) On Friday, January 20, the Association for Library Collections & Technical Services (ALCTS) will present its Midwinter Symposium Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion: Creating a New Future for Library Collections at the ALA Midwinter Meeting in Atlanta. Organized by the ALCTS President’s Program Committee, chaired by Charles…
Registration Still Open for Dec. 7 Webinar “Scaling Up: Rebuilding An Instruction Program With Limited Resources”
(via Debbie Campbell, Consortium of Academic and Research Libraries in Illinois) Think your library instruction program may need to change in response to changes at your institution? The CARLI Instruction Committee wants to help! Our theme for this year is “Evolving Library Instruction: Negotiating Change in Uncertain Times”. Because of current trends and challenges in…