(via Margaret Ellingson, Emory University) The ALA RUSA STARS Codes, Guidelines and Technical Standards Committee (http://www.ala.org/rusa/contact/rosters/stars/rus-stacodes) has begun the required 7-year review of the Guidelines for Resource-Sharing Response to Natural and Man-made Disasters (http://www.ala.org/rusa/files/resources/guidelines/disasterguidelines.pdf). We are seeking input from the resource-sharing community as part of the review process. Please look over the current guidelines and email Margaret…
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Feedback on Second Draft of ACRL Action-Oriented Research Agenda Due Feb. 17
(via the Association of College and Research Libraries) The team from OCLC Research, which is developing a new action-oriented agenda on library contributions to student learning and success, has released a second draft. Team members seek your input and reactions via the feedback form by Friday, February 17. Learn about the team’s continued progress and next steps during ACRL’s Update…
National Network of Libraries of Medicine – Greater Midwest Region Seeking Feedback on Educational Needs
We need your input! Please take a few minutes to complete our Educational Needs Assessment. The GMR is increasing outreach to all types of libraries and health professionals, so we need your input so we can better meet your educational needs. Access the questions here.
National Library of Medicine Seeking Feedback on Strategic Plan
(via Miranda Shake, Lakeview College of Nursing; original message from Dr. Stephen Greenberg, National Library of Medicine) The National Library of Medicine (NLM) is undertaking a strategic planning process and is soliciting input from its broad stakeholder community. NLM leadership recognizes that many of our stakeholders generously replied to the 2015 Request for Information (RFI), regarding…
Reminder–RUSA Name-Change Task Force Seeking Feedback
(via RUSA) The Reference and User Services Association is considering a change in the name of the organization to ensure the continuous support and representation of its current and future members’ needs and interests. RUSA members represent a wide variety of interests and professional activities, including readers’ advisory, interlibrary loan, genealogy, user experience and all…
ACRL Seeks Feedback for Information Literacy Immersion Program
(via Gwen Gregory, IACRL President) The survey linked below is intended to aid ACRL and the Information Literacy Immersion Program in gathering information about the professional development needs of our community, as those needs relate to information literacy. If you are a librarian who is involved in any way with the provision of information literacy…
Registration Open for OLC Webinar “Leveraging AI for Accessible and Inclusive Learning: Practical Strategies for Diverse Learners”–Wed., May 28, at 12:00 PM CDT
(via the Online Learning Consortium) Registration is open for the OLC webinar “Leveraging AI for Accessible and Inclusive Learning: Practical Strategies for Diverse Learners”.It will take place on Wednesday, May 28, at 12:00 PM CDT. In an upcoming webinar by OLC staff, explore how AI-driven technologies can generate accessible learning content, including automated alt text…
Registration Open for Online Learning Consortium Webinar “AI Chatbots & Academic Integrity: Smarter Assessment Strategies”–Thurs., May 15, 1:00-2:00 PM CDT
(via the Online Learning Consortium) Registration is open for the Online Learning Consortium webinar “AI Chatbots & Academic Integrity: Smarter Assessment Strategies”. It will take place on Thursday, May 15, from 1:00 to 2:00 PM CDT. AI chatbots can improve student engagement, learning outcomes, and cognitive skills like critical thinking and problem-solving, but students relying…
Call for Chapter Proposals: Upcoming Publication Pathways for Change: Strategic Programs for Cultivating Diversity in the Library Workforce–Deadline Fri., May 9, with Informational Sessions Online Fri., April 18, and Mon., April 21
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:…
Call for Public Comment and Endorsement: CARLI Statement on the Importance of Librarians in Academic Libraries
via Anne Craig, CARLI Senior Director) At its September, 2024, meeting, the CARLI Governance Board discussed the growing national climate of budget cuts, mergers, and closures in higher education, for colleges and their libraries. In response to this disturbing trend, the Board approved the Statement on the Importance of Librarians in Academic Libraries. With this statement specifically,…