(via Adrian Ho, University of Chicago) The 20th International Conference on Open Repositories (OR2025) will take place from Sunday, June 15, to Wednesday, June 18, in Chicago, IL. Its program is now available. The theme for the Conference is “Twenty Years of Progress, a Future of Possibilities”. We will reflect on the progress and contributions that the…
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Reminder: Survey on Academic Libraries’ Preparations for Material Challenges Closes Thurs., April 17
(via Kayla Reed, Grinnell College) I am conducting this research to see if any academic libraries have experienced material challenges and what preparations academic libraries have for this issue. The link below leads to a consent form that describes what you can expect as a participant. You are invited to participate in this research project…
Call for Presentation Proposals: ASERL Library Tech Immersion Conference (in Raleigh, NC, from Wed., Aug. 20, to Fri., Aug. 22)–Deadline Tues., April 15
(via Elaina Norlin, Association of Southeastern Research Libraries) The ASERL (Association of Southeastern Research Libraries) Library Tech Immersion Conference planning committee is thrilled to announce a call for dynamic and forward-thinking workshop presenters for our upcoming event! Join us at North Carolina State University in Raleigh, NC, from Wednesday, August 20, to Friday, August 22,…
Reminder: Next HSLI “Coffee and Conversation” Online Thurs., March 20, at 3:00 PM CDT
(via Frances Drone-Silvers, HSLI Secretary) Join us for our next HSLI chat online Thursday, March 20, at 3:00 PM CDT. There is no agenda, and we will not record the meeting, in order to foster a welcoming and open atmosphere. Bring your challenges and successes to share. Microsoft Teams Need help? Join the meeting now Meeting ID:…
Call for Proposals Extended: ACRL Science and Technology Section Research Forum’s Long-Form Presentations and Lightning Talks (Online Tues., June 17)–New Deadline Mon., March 31
(via Kelly (Grossman) Getz, Eastern Michigan University) The Research Committee of the ACRL Science and Technology Section (STS) will host its Research Forum long-form presentations and lightning talks to coincide with the 2025 American Library Association Annual Conference to highlight research and practitioner projects related to science and technology librarianship. The Committee is seeking proposals…
Registration Open for ACRL Immersion (at Loyola University in Chicago from Wed., July 23, to Fri., July 25)–Deadline Fri., May 2, with Participation Limited to 50
(via Gwen Gregory, Northern Illinois University) ACRL Immersion returns in July. Immersion ‘25 is an intensive 2.5-day program held at Loyola University in Chicago, IL, from Wednesday, July 23, to Friday, July 25. The program provides participants with an immersive learning experience where they can reflect on core issues related to teaching and learning in…
Registration Open for Next LIS Pedagogy Chat, Covering Five Years of Discussion Topics (Fri., March 28, at 1:00 PM CDT)–Includes 2020 Appreciative Inquiry Presentation by UIUC’s Hinchliffe
(via Laura Saunders, Simmons University) Please join us for the next LIS Pedagogy Chat online Friday, March 28, at 1:00 PM CDT, when we will be celebrating our fifth anniversary! In celebration we will be revisiting discussion topics from each of the past five years. We will provide a very brief review of and facilitate an…
ACRL Academic Library Services for International Students Holding Virtual Spring Program, Library Tours, Tutorials & Instruction for International Students, on Thurs., March 20, at 1:30 PM CDT
(via Dr. Peggy Nzomo, UIUC’s Mortenson Center for International Library Programs) The ACRL Academic Library Services for International Students virtual spring program, Library Tours, Tutorials & Instruction for International Students, will take place online Thursday, March 20, at 1:30 PM CDT. Please see below for more details, including access information. Panelists Discussion and Q&A will…
Call for Nominations: RAILS Board–Deadline Fri., April 18
(via Gwen Gregory, Northern Illinois University) Do you live or work in the RAILS service area? Would you like to work with a dedicated team of colleagues representing all types and sizes of libraries to help shape the future of a member-driven, vibrant, and innovative library system? RAILS is seeking nominees for six volunteer positions on…
Reminder: Registration for Empirical Studies in Libraries Summit (Online Wed., March 26) Closes Mon., March 24
(via Dr. Laureen Cantwell-Jurkovic, Colorado Mesa University) We are pleased to announce the upcoming Empirical Studies in Libraries Summit (ESiLS), a forum dedicated to showcasing and discussing the latest research and findings happening in and about libraries. The meeting will take place online Wednesday, March 26, from 9:00 AM to 4:15 PM CDT. This Summit…