(via Ramune Kubilius, Galter Health Sciences Library and Learning Center at Northwestern University) The Open Access Scholarly Publishing Association (OASPA) is delighted to share the recording of our lively “Beyond the Ivory Tower” webinar about the real-world importance of open access today. Watch this video to hear about how about how open access is: Despite over 50%…
Reminder: Survey on Information Literacy Practices and Knowledge of Science and Technology Librarians Supporting Graduate Students Closes Fri., Feb. 27
(via Rebecca Renirie, Central Michigan University) Thank you very much to everyone who has filled out the survey so far! As a reminder, two STEM faculty librarians at Central Michigan University are collecting data on the information literacy practices and knowledge of science and technology librarians in North America who support graduate students. We are…
ACRL Releases New Companion Document to the ACRL Framework for Information Literacy for Higher Education: Nursing
(via ACRL) The ACRL Board of Directors approved a new Companion Document to the ACRL Framework for Information Literacy for Higher Education: Nursing (PDF) at its January 29, 2026, virtual meeting. The ACRL Health Sciences Interest Group (HSIG) worked for several years on revising the 2013 Information Literacy Competency Standards for Nursing to reflect the Framework for…
Registration Open for Library Evidence Synthesis Services Symposium (Online Mon., June 15 – Thurs., June 18); Proposals Due Fri., Feb. 27
(via Anna Ferri, Colorado State University) Registration and proposal submissions are open for the second Library Evidence Synthesis Services Symposium (LESSS). This fully virtual conference, which will take place from Monday, June 15, to Thursday, June 18, will bring together information professionals involved in providing evidence synthesis support and/or services at their institutions. The 2026…
Registration Open for 2026 Colorado Resource Sharing Conference–Online Thurs., April 23, and Fri., April 24
(via Matthew Diven, Colorado State University) We are pleased to announce that registration is now open for the 57th annual Colorado Resource Sharing Conference! This year’s conference will be held virtually Thursday, April 23, and Friday, April 24. The cost for registration is $35. We are excited to announce that Nancy Kirkpatrick, Dean of Libraries…
Reminder: Illinois Wesleyan University Survey on Art Collections in Academic Libraries Closes Fri., Feb. 27
(via Pete Steadman, Illinois Wesleyan University) This is a reminder that the Ames Library at Illinois Wesleyan University is conducting research about art collections in academic libraries. We are seeking participation in the Art Collection Practices Survey from a variety of academic libraries on different facets of art collection management. These include how the institution…
Call for Participation: Survey on Health Sciences Systematic Reviews Outside of Medicine
(via Gina Genova, University of Louisville) Have you worked on systematic reviews or other evidence synthesis projects with health sciences researchers working outside of medicine, such as nursing, dentistry, veterinary medicine, clinical psychology, pharmacy, public health, or biomedical sciences? You’re invited to participate in a research study (IRB 25.0919) run by Gina Genova (gina.genova@louisville.edu) at…
Call for Panelists: Upcoming Episodes in ALA Residency Interest Group Webinar Series Life After Residencies, with Focus on Transferable Skills–Deadline Fri., Feb. 13
(via Courtney Shareef, University of Louisville) The Residency Interest Group (RIG) Programs Team will continue its Life After Residencies webinar series this Spring with a two-part mini-series on leveraging transferable skills in the job hunt. Each panel will likely include a 30-45 moderated panel discussion and 15-20 minute audience Q&A. We anticipate the panels occurring…
Registration Open for ACRL Webinar “Reflective Practices for Exploring AI”–Thurs., Feb. 19, 1:00-2:00 PM CDT
(via ACRL) Registration is open for the ACRL Online Learning webinar “Reflective Practices for Exploring AI”. It will take place on Thursday, February 19, from 1:00 to 2:00 PM CDT. Artificial intelligence is an overwhelming topic. From the complexities of AI tools and technologies themselves to the myriad concerns, issues, and challenges surrounding the development…
Registration Open for ACRL EBSS Webinar “Practical Sharing: Data Visualization & Misinformation”–Thurs., Feb. 19, at 1:00 PM CDT
(via Ellen Hampton Filgo, Baylor University) Please join us online Thursday, February 19, at 1:00 PM CDT for an ACRL EBSS (Education and Behavioral Sciences Section) Practical Sharing session on how to use data visualizations for information literacy and misinformation instruction. The session is titled “Practical Sharing: Data Visualization & Misinformation”. Laura Beane, Data Services…