(via David Comeaux, Louisiana State University) We invite you to join us in Austin, Texas for our 6th Designing for Digital conference — the annual conference that aims to approach the library digital experience from a holistic point of view. We consider library services and overall strategy. We dig into tools and methods, UX in practice,…
Registration Open for Samvera Connect 2019 (Oct. 22-25 at Washington University in St. Louis) — Early-Bird Ends Sept. 12
(via Harriett Green – Associate University Librarian, Washington University in St. Louis) We’re delighted to announce that registration is now open for Samvera Connect 2019 to be held at Washington University in St Louis, from October 22 to 25. An early bird price of $265 will apply until September 12, after which it will be…
Deadline to Reserve Room at HSLI Conference Rate Extended to August 16
(via Miranda Shake, HSLI Past President) The HSLI Conference is almost a month away. We hope to see you there! For more information, please check the Conference website. In the meantime, if you have not registered yet or are still waiting on approval, please consider getting your hotel room reserved. The group rate was set…
Legislative Update, 08/09/2019
Federal News Trump Administration Moves To Make Health Care Costs More Transparent [from Kaiser Health News] A recap of Wednesday’s Democratic debate, with a focus on healthcare remarks: Biden-Harris Debate Rematch Highlights Health Plan Differences [from Kaiser Health News] Juul [e-cigarette company] Targeted Schools and Youth Camps, House Panel on Vaping Claims [from The New…
Reminder: HSLI Annual Conference Holding Silent Auction Evening of Thursday, September 12
(on behalf of the HSLI Conference Planning Committee’s Silent Auction Subcommittee) Join us at the HSLI Annual Conference’s Silent Auction, where you will be able to bid on many interesting and unique items. Available in the Silent Auction will be gift baskets and bags (with books, toiletries, Illinois beer, a pet mug, and other goodies),…
RAILS Asking L2 Users to Update Their Profiles in Preparation for New Version
(via RAILS) Individuals and libraries should update their L2 profiles before the new L2 (Library Directory and Learning Calendar) is launched next year. This will also ensure that other members will be able to find the most up-to-date information about your library. Library directors and other library employees with elevated edit permissions in L2 can update…
Reminder: Proposals for ACRL Scholarly Communications Grants Due September 30
(via ACRL) The Association of College and Research Libraries (ACRL) has allocated $30,000 in the 2020 fiscal year to offer grants of up to $5,000 each for new research in areas suggested by ACRL’s 2019 report Open and Equitable Scholarly Communications: Creating a More Inclusive Future (prepared for ACRL by Nancy Maron and Rebecca Kennison with Paul Bracke,…
Reminder: ALA Seeking Nominations for I Love My Librarian Award (Deadline October 21)
(via Loida Garcia-Febo, ALA Immediate Past President) On behalf of the I Love My Librarian Award Selection Committee, I am excited to share the news that nominations for the award are now open and run through October 21, 2019. The I Love My Librarian Award recognizes the public service contributions of exceptional public, school, college,…
Reminder: Registration Open for “Mid-Level Leaders Symposium: CARLI’s Next Deans and Directors” (Sept. 25 in Champaign)
(via CARLI) CARLI is planning an exciting day-long leadership symposium for mid-level leaders, “Mid-Level Leaders Symposium: CARLI′s Next Deans and Directors,” from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on September 25. The event will feature Karen S. Goins, executive coach, facilitator, consultant, speaker, and author. Karen will guide attendees to: · Understand what leadership is · …
Registration Open for Access Services Conference 2019 (November 20-22 in Atlanta)
(via Krista Higham, Millersville University) Conference and hotel registration is now open for the Access Services Conference 2019, November 20-22, 2019 to be held in Atlanta at the Global Learning Center. In-person and virtual conference registration is available. The theme of the 2019 Conference is “Unlocking the 21st Century Library”. The Access Services Conference is an…