Call for Chapter Proposals We are seeking chapter proposals for an edited volume published by Rowman & Littlefield. The chapters will be peer reviewed and publication date is tentatively expected for Spring 2027. Working Title: Pathways for Change: Strategic Programs for Cultivating Diversity in the Library Workforce Abstract submission deadline: Friday, May 9, 2025 Editors:…
Reminder: Journal of Graduate Librarianship Submissions Due Mon., April 14
(via Dr. Wendy Doucette, East Tennessee State University) The Journal of Graduate Librarianship (JGL) is again accepting submissions! Manuscripts are welcome until Monday, April 14, 2025. JGL invites manuscripts on any aspect or type of graduate librarianship. We especially seek manuscripts that exemplify the qualities contained in the acronym SHOP: Shared Honest Open Practice. Authors are encouraged…
Call for Presentation Proposals: IFLA Online Event “Shaping the Future: The Impact of AI in Social Sciences Librarianship” (Potential Presentation Dates Tues., June 3 – Thurs., June 5)–Deadline Fri., April 25
(via Robin Kear, University of Pittsburgh) The International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions Social Science Libraries Section invites proposals for our upcoming online event titled, “Shaping the Future: The Impact of AI in Social Sciences Librarianship”. This virtual event will bring together library professionals, academic faculty and staff, and technology experts to explore the…
Registration Open for Next ACRL Health Science Interest Group Friday Forum, “Balancing Acts: Personal Health Narratives and Scientific Evidence in the Age of Misinformation”–Online Fri., April 11, 12:00-1:30 PM CDT
(via Jules Bailey, Florida State University) The ACRL Health Science Interest Group’s next Friday Forum is scheduled online for Friday, April 11, from 12:00 to 1:30 PM CDT. The topic is “Balancing Acts: Personal Health Narratives and Scientific Evidence in the Age of Misinformation”. You do not have to be a member of ACRL to…
Call for Posters, HSLI 2025
The Health Science Librarians of Illinois annual conference will be both in-person and virtual in 2025. The conference will be held virtually on November 11-13, 2025 and in-person on November 14, 2025 in Champaign, IL. This year’s theme is “Navigating the Future Now.” HSLI is seeking proposals for both Lightning Talks and Poster Presentations. If…
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Registration Open for Fast Forward Libraries Webinar “Strategic Planning Insights: Effective Approaches and Common Trends”–Tues., April 8, 12:00-1:00 PM CDT
(via Amanda Standerfer, Fast Forward Libraries) Join Fast Forward Libraries for a free hour-long webinar on strategic planning insights and trends. Titled “Strategic Planning Insights: Effective Approaches and Common Trends”, it will take place on Tuesday, April 8, from 12:00 to 1:00 PM CDT. The webinar will cover effective approaches in strategic planning, common priorities,…
Next HSLI “Coffee and Conversation” Online Thurs., March 20, at 3:00 PM CDT
(via Frances Drone-Silvers, HSLI Secretary) Join us for our next HSLI chat online Thursday, March 20, at 3:00 PM CDT. There is no agenda, and we will not record the meeting, in order to foster a welcoming and open atmosphere. Bring your challenges and successes to share.
Volunteer Period for 2025-2028 CARLI Committees Now Open–Deadline Fri., May 2
(via Michelle Haake, CARLI) The Consortium of Academic and Research Libraries in Illinois is seeking volunteers to serve on advisory committees. Volunteers chosen will serve a three-year term, July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2027. The application period will close on Friday, May 3, at 5:00 PM CDT. Faculty and staff members from all CARLI…
Call for Participation: Governors State University Doctoral Capstone Study “Beating the odds: female leadership in academic libraries”
(via Cari Didion, Governors State University) I am seeking participants for my doctoral capstone study of female academic library administrators (dean/associate dean, director/associate director). This qualitative study aims to understand women’s difficulties in attaining an administrative position within an academic library to articulate best practices to encourage other women to seek an administrative role. The…