Category: Professional Development

Call for Mentors: ACRL Spectrum Scholars–Deadline Fri., Nov. 7

Posted on by Eric Edwards

(via Gwen Gregory, Northern Illinois University) Help support a diverse workforce in the next generation of academic librarians by mentoring an ALA Spectrum Scholar through the ACRL Dr. E.J. Josey Spectrum Scholar Mentor Program. This program links library school students and new librarians who are of American Indian/Alaska Native, Asian, Black/African American, Hispanic/Latino, Middle Eastern…

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Reminder: Next HSLI “Coffee & Conversation” Online Thursday, October 16, from 3:00 to 4:00 PM CDT, with Presentation from Jira Scholarship Winner

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(via Frances Drone-Silvers, HSLI Secretary) Join us for the next HSLI “Coffee & Conversation” online discussion and networking event Thursday, October 16, from 3:00 to 4:00 PM CDT. There is no agenda, as one of our Jira Scholarship winners will be joining us to talk about their schooling and work. But there will be time for other topics and input!…

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Next HSLI “Coffee & Conversation” Online Thursday, October 16, from 3:00 to 4:00 PM CDT, with Presentation from Jira Scholarship Winner

Posted on by Eric Edwards

(via Frances Drone-Silvers, HSLI Secretary) Join us for the next HSLI “Coffee & Conversation” online discussion and networking event Thursday, October 16, from 3:00 to 4:00 PM CDT. There is no agenda, as one of our Jira Scholarship winners will be joining us to talk about their schooling and work. But there will be time…

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Call for Program Proposals: ACRL ULS Professional Development Committee Webinars–Deadline Fri., Oct. 31

Posted on by Eric Edwards

(via Leslie Poljak, University of Pittsburgh) The ACRL University Libraries Section (ULS) Professional Development Committee (PDC) hosts several online programs throughout the year (prior programs available here). The PDC welcomes proposals for online programs that further ACRL members’ professional development, knowledge, and practice. Proposals should be grounded in theory or practice. We encourage the use…

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Call for Mentors Extended: Illinois Cataloging Mentorship Program (iCAMP)–New Deadline Mon., Sept. 22

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(via Melissa Zilic, DePaul University) The Illinois Cataloging Mentorship Program (iCAMP) 2025–26 is looking for additional mentors to support incoming mentees. We don’t always have enough mentors, so your participation is essential to ensure every new cataloger has guidance and support. If you’ve already submitted a mentor application, thank you! The deadline has been extended…

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Registration Open for CARLI PDA Webinar “Team Approach to Addressing Library Staff Dissatisfaction, Unhappiness, and Burnout” (Tues., Sept. 23, 12:00-1:00 PM CDT)

Posted on by Eric Edwards

Registration is open for the CARLI PDA (Professional Development Alliance) webinar “Team Approach to Addressing Library Staff Dissatisfaction, Unhappiness, and Burnout”. It will take place on Tuesday, September 23, from 12:00 to 1:00 PM CDT. “Having fun isn’t hard when you’ve got a library card” (Arthur Read), but it can be quite a challenge when you…

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Call for Mentors and Mentees: Illinois Cataloging Mentorship Program (iCAMP)–Deadline Fri., Sept. 12

Posted on by Eric Edwards

(via Melissa Zilic, DePaul University) We are thrilled to announce the continuation of the Illinois Cataloging Mentorship Program (iCAMP), a nine-month initiative designed to foster both professional and personal development among participants. Program Overview iCAMP operates on a comprehensive nine-month framework, structured to facilitate growth and learning through mentorship. Over nine months, participants will engage…

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