(via Alexandra Hauser, Michigan State University) Would you like to develop your library instruction skills, methods, and resources more fully? Expand your network and build a relationship with a new colleague? If you answered “yes” to one or both of these questions then the ACRL Instruction Section Mentoring Program is for you. The purpose of…
Category: Professional Development
ACRL Instruction Section Program Seeking Mentors
(via Alexandra Hauser, Michigan State University) Do you want to share your professional library instruction experience? Lead and build a relationship with a new colleague? Did you answer “yes” to one or both of these questions? If so, then please consider becoming a mentor for the ACRL Instruction Section Mentoring Program. The purpose of the…
Applications Being Accepted for 2018 IFLA/OCLC Fellowship Program for Librarians From Developing Countries
(via the Online Computer Library Center) OCLC and the International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions (IFLA) are now accepting applications for library professionals to participate in the 2018 Jay Jordan IFLA/OCLC Early Career Development Fellowship Program. The Fellowship Program, sponsored by IFLA and OCLC, is a four-week program based at OCLC headquarters in Dublin, Ohio, USA, that…
National Network of Libraries of Medicine Offering “American Indian Health Information Resources” Class on Thursday, August 24
(via Helen Spielbauer, National Network of Libraries of Medicine – Greater Midwest Region) According to the 2010 US Census, approximately 5.2 million people stated that they were American Indian or Alaskan Native. A recent study shows that American Indian use of the Internet to find health information is lower in comparison with the adult U.S….
Registration Open for Midwest Data Librarian Symposium (Limited to 50 Registrants)
(via Erin Thomas, Iowa State University) Registration for the Midwest Data Librarian Symposium is now open here! Since registration is provided at no cost, we anticipate that spots will fill up quickly. Due to space constraints, registration will be closed at 50 registrants, with 5 additional spots reserved for students*. We will have a waiting list…
Opportunity Available to Pursue MLA Consumer Health Information Specialization
(via Julie Esparza, Louisiana State University Health – Shreveport) Have you ever thought about pursuing the Consumer Health Information Specialization from the Medical Library Association, but you didn’t have the money to invest in classes, or the time to spend a half-day or a full-day taking classes to reach the goal? Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center…
HSLI Annual Conference 2017: Nancy’s Reception to Include Magic Show
Through the years, Health Science Librarians of Illinois (HSLI) Annual Conference receptions have provided a venue for attendees, vendors, and guests to relax, network, and enjoy good food. This year’s Nancy’s Reception will take place on Thursday evening, October 26th. The event will follow a full day of continuing education activities at the 2017 conference,…
Reminder: Register Now for International Clinical Librarian Conference (Sept. 21-22 in Leicester, England, UK)
(via Keith Nockels, University of Leicester in England, UK) Are you a Clinical Librarian, Informationist, Embedded Librarian, or Outreach Librarian? Or, are you a healthcare librarian interested in one or more of the following areas? literature searching working closely with clinicians/healthcare managers to provide the latest evidence providing current awareness services to healthcare staff supporting…
NNLM Public Health Digital Library Quick Starter Course on August 24
(via the National Network of Libraries of Medicine – Greater Midwest Region) This class will cover the topics in the Quick Starter course for the Public Health Digital Library subscribers. Please note the session will not have captioning on unless specifically requested. Please see this link for details on how to sign up for My…
NNLM – South Central Region Offering Aug. 16 “Beyond an Apple a Day” Webinar on Consumer Health Information
(via Sarah Miles, National Network of Libraries of Medicine – South Central Region) Good afternoon! Please excuse cross-posting. The SCR office is excited to share about an upcoming webinar, Beyond an Apple a Day: Providing Consumer Health Information at Your Library, which will take place next Wednesday, August 16, from 12pm – 2pm CT. The class…