(via Gwen Gregory, Northern Illinois University) The ILA Reaching Forward South Committee is accepting program proposals for the 2026 Reaching Forward South Conference on Friday, April 10, at the Regency Conference Center in O’Fallon, Illinois. The Conference theme is “Revolutionary Service: Preserving the Past, Empowering the Future”. From making materials and resources widely accessible to…
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Reminder: Registration Open for ILA Library Legislative Meetups, at Various Locations from Tues., Nov. 18, to Wed., Dec. 3
(via the Illinois Library Association) It’s time for the ILA Library Legislative Meetups! With the future of the IMLS uncertain and potential funding cuts looming, now is the time to act! This is your chance to speak directly with legislators, thank them for their support of libraries, and advocate for IMLS and the resources your library…
Call for Applications: ILA Inclusive Travel Grants–Deadline Fri., Nov. 21
(via the Illinois Library Association) The DEI Subcommittee of the ILA Executive Board is accepting applications for the first round of 2026 Inclusive Travel Grants for National Conferences. These grants seek to advance one of the core strategic values of the ILA Strategic Plan: “Diversity and equity of opportunity”. Three $2,000 stipends (awarded upfront, no…
Call for Nominations: 2026 ILA Executive Board Elections–Deadline Mon., Oct. 20
(via the Illinois Library Association) Are you interested in leading on library issues in Illinois, and interacting with colleagues from all types of libraries? Consider running for the Illinois Library Association Executive Board! The ILA Nominating Committee is seeking candidates for the 2026 Executive Board Election. In April of 2026, members will vote for the…
Registration Open for ILA Noon Network Webinar “Grant Writing for Libraries: A Basic Overview”–Wed., Nov. 12, 12:00-1:00 PM CDT
Note: This webinar takes place on one of the virtual days for the HSLI Annual Conference. (via the Illinois Library Association) Registration is open for the ILA Noon Network webinar “Grant Writing for Libraries: A Basic Overview”. It will take place on Wednesday, November 12, from 12:00 to 1:00 PM CDT. This webinar reviews basic…
Registration Open for 2025 ILA Annual Conference (Tues., Oct. 14 – Thurs., Oct. 16, in Rosemont)–Early-Bird Deadline Tues., Sept. 16
(via the Illinois Library Association) Registration is now open for the 2025 ILA Annual Conference! The countdown is over, so secure your spot at this incredible conference! The 2025 ILA Conference Program Committee has curated an impressive lineup of informative sessions, powerful featured speakers, meaningful networking opportunities, and entertaining activities and events. Don’t miss the exhibit hall, an attendee favorite, where you…
Final Reminder: Poster Proposals for ILA Annual Conference (Tues., Oct. 14 – Thurs., Oct. 16, in Rosemont) Due Fri., July 25
(via the Illinois Library Association) The deadline to submit a poster session for this year’s ILA Annual Conference is this Friday, July 25! This is your last chance to share your innovative program, report of a research study, or any topic relevant to librarianship. The Conference is scheduled for Tuesday, October 14, to Thursday, October…
Western Illinois University Faculty Librarians Receive 2025 Illinois Academic Librarian of the Year Award
(via the Illinois Library Association) The Western Illinois University (WIU) Librarian Faculty, Jeff Hancks, Michael Lorenzen, Krista Bowers Sharpe, Julia Thompson, Sean Cordes, Michelle Holschuh Simmons, Brian Clark, and Hunter Dunlap, are collectively the 2025 recipients of the Illinois Library Association (ILA) Illinois Academic Librarian of the Year Award. A ninth WIU librarian who also…
Registration for ILA Annual Conference (Tues., Oct. 14 – Thurs., Oct. 16, in Rosemont) Opens Mon., July 21
(via the Illinois Library Association) Registration for the 2025 ILA Annual Conference opens in less than two weeks! This year’s meeting will take place from Tuesday, October 14, to Thursday, October 16, at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont. It’s time to start planning your time off work, organizing your schedule, and getting…
Reminder: Poster Proposals for ILA Annual Conference (Tues., Oct. 14 – Thurs., Oct. 16, in Rosemont) Due Fri., July 25
(via the Illinois Library Association) Showcase a program, process, or procedure you’ve developed and perfected at your library as a poster session at this year’s ILA Annual Conference! The Illinois Library Association Conference Program Committee is accepting applications for poster sessions at the Conference. The Conference is scheduled for Tuesday, October 14, to Thursday, October…