(via Molly Olmstead, National Network of Libraries of Medicine – Greater Midwest Region) In case you missed our GMR Update this week, the recording is available on YouTube, with key points annotated and linked below. submit questions for the next GMR Update-2:45 Resource Library, NN/LM site visits-3:29 new NLM Director-5:30 funding opportunities: awards-6:52 Bobbi: Native and Tribal…
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NN/LM – GMR Webinar on Disaster Preparedness for Libraries
(via the National Network of Libraries of Medicine – Greater Midwest Region) The National Network of Libraries – Greater Midwest Region is hosting a webinar on disaster preparedness. The webinar will take place on Wednesday, September 28. at 2:00 PM CST. The presenter is Siobhan Champ-Blackwell, from the National Library of Medicine, Specialized Information Services Division, Disaster…
ALA Diversity Office Seeking Contributors for New Blog
(via the American Library Association) The ALA Office for Diversity, Literacy, and Outreach Services (ODLOS)is launching Intersections, a new blog that highlights the everyday work of library and information science workers as they advocate for equity and inclusion as they relate to diversity, literacy and access among membership, the field of librarianship and the communities…
Progress Report on ACRL Initiative for Measuring Contributions to Student Success
(via the Association of College & Research Libraries) The team from OCLC Research that ACRL selected to design, develop, and deliver a new ACRL Action-Oriented Research Agenda on Library Contributions to Student Learning and Success has recently submitted a progress report to the ACRL Board of Directors. The report details how the project team conducted a literature search in…
Nominations Sought for 2017 ALCTS Continuing-Resources Awards
(via the American Library Association) Nominations are being accepted for the 2017 Association for Library Collections & Technical Services (ALCTS) awards for outstanding achievement and promise in the field of serials and continuing resources. The awards are presented by the Continuing Resources Section of ALCTS. One award honors an individual who shows outstanding promise in…
Nominations Sought for 2017 ALCTS Ross Atkinson Award
(via the American Library Association) Nominations are being accepted for the 2017 Association for Library Collections & Technical Services (ALCTS) Ross Atkinson Lifetime Achievement Award. The Award recognizes the contribution of a library leader who has demonstrated exceptional service to ALCTS and its areas of interest (acquisitions, cataloging and classification, collection management and development, preservation…
Symposium on the Future of Libraries Seeks Proposals for Concurrent Sessions
(via the American Library Association) ALA 2017 Midwinter Meeting attendees are invited to submit their program ideas for this year’s new Symposium on the Future of Libraries. The Symposium on the Future of Libraries is included with full registration for the 2017 ALA Midwinter Meeting and Exhibits. Sponsored by the Center for the Future of Libraries, the Symposium…
MLA Webinar on Emerging Technology November 29
(via the Medical Library Association) Staying ahead of the latest technology trends is important for librarians. New technologies continue to shape how learners access and use information. As educators, librarians must stay ahead of the curve and be ready to incorporate new technology into library services and instructional sessions. This webinar will provide participants with…
Early-Bird Registration Deadline for ILA Annual is September 12
(via Jennifer Paliatka, Elmhurst College) The last day of early-bird registration for the 2016 Illinois Library Association conference is Monday, September 12. Please register here. The theme of this year’s conference, “Discovery Advocacy Leadership”, focuses on how libraries and library staff serve as community leaders to support life-long learning and engagement within Illinois communities. Featured speakers include…
ACRL Seeks Nominations for 2017 Awards
(via Gwen Gregory, IACRL President) ACRL celebrates the opportunity to honor the outstanding achievements of academic and research librarians across North America. Made possible by generous corporate support, the annual presentation of ACRL’s awards, grants, and fellowships enables ACRL to honor the very best in academic librarianship. This year, ACRL once again seeks to celebrate…