(via Gwen Gregory, Northern Illinois University) RAILS again invites networking groups, consortia, and libraries to apply for a RAILS Continuing Education Event Grant. This grant supports CE events for RAILS member libraries towards the development of library staff and trustees. To qualify, CE events must be made available to all RAILS member libraries. RAILS will prioritize events focused on equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility…
Year: 2022
Call for Applications: ALA’s Libraries Transform Communities Engagement Grant (Deadline Wed., Feb. 1)
(via the American Library Association) ALA invites library workers to apply for the Libraries Transform Communities Engagement Grant, an annual award supporting innovative and meaningful community engagement efforts in libraries. Applications will be accepted until Wednesday, February 1, 2023. View the full award guidelines and apply online here. The Libraries Transform Communities Engagement Grant recognizes, promotes…
Call for Host Site: Library Research Round Table’s Library Research Seminar (Next Meeting in Oct. of 2024)–Deadline Wed., Feb. 1, 2023
(via Dr. Karen Kaufman, Seminole State College) Periodically, the ALA Library Research Round Table (LRRT) acts as the principal supporter of the Library Research Seminar (LRS). LRS has a rich past, with notable institutions hosting the event. Recent Seminar locations have included the University of South Carolina, the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, and the…
Call for Proposals: RUSA 29th Annual Research Forum at ALA Annual (in Chicago June 22-27, Thurs.-Tues.)–Deadline Mon., Jan. 30
(via Meg Galasso, Indiana University Kokomo) The RUSA (Reference and User Services Association) Reference Services Section (RSS) Reference & Statistics committee welcomes proposals for the 29th Annual Reference Research Forum, to be held at ALA Annual in Chicago (June 22-27, Thursday-Tuesday). Proposals are due by Monday, January 30. Please see the call for proposals for detailed…
Call for Proposals: ACRL Instruction Section Virtual Engagement Committee Lightning Rounds on Experimentation and Innovation in Library Instruction (Deadline Fri., Dec. 23)
(via Mallory Jallas, Illinois State University) After a long period of isolation, the need to engage students is more essential than ever. Share a pedagogical strategy for connecting with students. The ACRL Instruction Section (IS) Virtual Engagement Committee (VEC) is seeking 3-4 presenters for a lightning round session on experimentation and innovation in library instruction….
Reminder: Proposals for 2023 Reaching Forward South Conference (Fri., April 14, in O’Fallon) Due Fri., Dec. 9
(via the Illinois Library Association) The clock is ticking to submit a program proposal for the 2023 Reaching Forward South Conference! Don’t miss your chance to present at this conference that serves library staff at all levels, with a strong focus on frontline and support staff. The conference will be held on Friday, April 14,…
Reminder: Deadline to Submit Article, Podcast, or Video Suggestions for Health Science Librarians of Illinois Journal Club’s Next Meeting (Thurs., Feb. 16, 3:00-4:00 PM CDT) is Fri., Dec. 9
2023 resolution: Grow professionally. “Let’s give ’em something to talk about!” Please provide suggestions by Friday, December 9, 2022, to pcarey@nuhs.edu. Anything you’d want to share and discuss by openly voicing your thoughts about implications on your work will be considered-for example, Articles, Podcasts, or Videos. All recommendations are required to be freely accessible and of digestible length. Please join…
Registration Open for Georgia Library Association’s Carterette Series Webinar “Self-Learning in an Electronic Resources Librarian Role” (Wed., Dec. 7, at 1:00 PM CDT)
(via Emily Williams, Georgia State University) The Georgia Library Association Carterette Series Webinars presents “Self-Learning in an Electronic Resources Librarian Role”. It will take place on Wednesday, December 7, starting at 1:00 PM CDT. Cost: Free Description: Managing electronic resources at an academic library is a daunting task, even for librarians with extensive experience in that role….
Call for Volunteers: ACRL Division and Section Committees (Deadline Tues., Feb. 28)
(via ACRL) What would ACRL do without, You? Really! We are excited to extend this opportunity for you to expand your professional network, help shape ACRL by advancing its strategic plan, commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI), and influence the direction of academic and research librarianship. Serving on a committee or an editorial board is a…
Call for Submissions: Library Stories for RAILS to Share with Elected Officials
(via Gwen Gregory, Northern Illinois University) RAILS is looking for stories that demonstrate the value of all types and sizes of libraries that we can share with elected officials and other stakeholders to help demonstrate the need for continued/additional library funding. Contribute your stories by logging into the blog page of the My Library Is… website…