(via Bradley Seitz, Eastern Michigan University and Director, LOEX) LOEX is pleased to announce LOEX 2018 Encore: live virtual “encore” sessions of a selection of breakouts from the LOEX 2018 Conference in Houston, TX, which was held May 3-5. Since not everyone can attend the LOEX Conference (whether it is for budget, timing, or other…
Registration Open for Library Instruction West 2018 (July 18-20)
(via Laureen Cantwell, Colorado Mesa University) Don’t forget to register for Library Instruction West 2018! Conference schedule can be viewed here! Dates: Pre-Conference = 7.18 (Weds.), Conference = 7.19 & 7.20 (Thurs, Fri) Location: Colorado Mesa University in sunny, scenic Grand Junction Colorado Conference Theme: The Confluence of Inspiration and Adventure! Keynoter (and Pre-Conference Leader): Maria Konnikova (Maria is a science…
Registration and Call for Proposals Open: Code4Lib Southeast 2018 on July 27
(via Justin de la Cruz, Atlanta University Center) We’re seeking presenters for Code4Lib Southeast 2018. July 27, 2018–10:00 AM to 4:00 PM Atlanta University Center Robert W. Woodruff Library Atlanta, Georgia We’re accepting proposals for the following types of sessions. · Presentations (20-minute talk, 5-minute Q&A) · Lightning talks (5-minute talk, 2-minute Q&A) · Breakout…
Call for Chapter Proposals: ACRL Publication on New Approaches to Liaison Librarianship in Academic Libraries (Deadline Sept. 14)
(via Robin Canuel, McGill University) Call for Chapters: New Approaches to Liaison Librarianship: Innovations in Instruction, Collections, Reference, and Outreach Proposals are sought for an upcoming ACRL publication on new approaches to liaison librarianship in academic libraries. Proposal Submission Deadline: September 14, 2018 Publisher: Association of College & Research Libraries Editors: Robin Canuel (McGill University…
Call for First-Time Attendees: ACRL Buddy Program @ ALA Annual (Deadline June 13)
(via Dawn Behrend, Lenoir-Rhyne University) Are you planning to attend your first ALA Annual Conference? First-time attendees are invited to sign up for a conference buddy who can guide you through selecting conference sessions, navigating conference venues, and answer any other questions you might have. This is a great way to learn about ACRL and…
RUSA Seeking Feedback for Draft of Statement on Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (Deadline 6/1)
(via Leighann Wood, RUSA) A RUSA working group has drafted an aspirational statement of RUSA values as it concerns equity, diversity and inclusion in community with our users and fellow members. The working group & RUSA Board welcome your comments & feedback. The draft can be viewed and commented on in ALA Connect (member login required). Please comment…
Call for Proposals: Florida ACRL 2018 Annual Conference, “Learner-Centered Librarianship” (Deadline June 30)
(via Lisa Campbell, University of Florida) Call for ProposalsLearner-Centered Librarianship The Florida Chapter of ACRL (FACRL) is seeking proposals for presentations and poster sessions for the 2018 FACRL Annual Conference exploring “Learner-Centered Librarianship” in academic libraries through and beyond instruction programs. Learning involves both content and resources, as well as information processes such as information…
Registration Open for June 13 CARLI Burn Simulation and Recovery Workshop
(via CARLI) The CARLI Preservation Committee is sponsoring a Burn Simulation and Recovery Workshop on Wednesday, June 13, 2018, from 8:30 am-4:15 pm. The workshop will be held at the Illinois Fire Services Institute, 11 Gerty Drive, Champaign. This workshop will include presentations by a fire professional, hands-on fire extinguisher training, burn simulation, and practice…
ACRL- New Jersey Developing Directory of Academic Libraries’ Social-Media Sites
(via Gary Marks, William Paterson University of New Jersey) The NJLA College & University Section/ACRL-NJ Chapter is supporting the development of a Social Media Directory of Academic Libraries. This initiative is led by NJ Librarians Carina Gonzalez, Gary Marks, Jr., and Hilary Westgate. Check out our Spring Newsletter Article or the directory submission form for more info. The directory will…
ALA Instruction Section Holding Virtual Program, “Curricular Mapping – From Planning to Practice”, on May 31 (12:00-1:00 PM)
(via Merinda Kaye Hensley, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign) ACRL Instruction Section Annual Program (Virtual Program) Curricular Mapping – From Planning to Practice Thursday, May 31, 2018 1:00-2:00 (EST)/12:00-1:00 pm (CST)/11:00-12:00 pm (MST)/10:00-11:00 am (PDT) Access the event here. More information about the event is below. Join the ACRL Instruction section for its virtual annual program to…