(via Deborah Lauseng, University of Illinois Chicago Library of the Health Sciences – Peoria)
The Medical Library Association’s Rising Star program gives members the opportunity to develop skills, knowledge, and personal characteristics needed to become a leader in MLA. The yearly leadership development program matches each Rising Star with a mentor in a curriculum that includes:
- Monthly classes led by MLA member leaders.
- Experiences and training to develop self-awareness of skills and dispositions as a leader.
- Opportunities to discuss, reflect upon, and apply concepts from classic leadership texts.
- Opportunities to gain a comprehensive, intimate view of all aspects of MLA, from Board meetings to MLA history, with a focus on strategic planning.
- A group project that relates to current MLA initiatives.
- Working with a matched career mentor.
The application deadline is Sunday, October 15, 2023.
For more information and to apply, please visit MLA Rising Stars on MLANET. Please note that one does not need to be a current member of MLA to apply, but will need to join the organization if selected for the program.