Federal Soon, we’ll have a Republican presidential administration, as well as a Republican majority in the House and Senate. Legislative priorities will likely remain unclear until Trump’s cabinet is officially in place. To learn more about the nominated cabinet members, including their beliefs, organizational ties, campaign donations, and track records, considering exploring some of the…
Call for Proposals: 23rd Annual Illinois Information Literacy Summit (Fri., May 2, in Glen Ellyn)–Deadline Sat., Feb. 1
(via Gwen Gregory, Northern Illinois University) We are pleased to announce that the DePaul University Library and the College of DuPage Library are once again partnering to co-host the 23rd annual Illinois Information Literacy Summit. The Summit will take place on Friday, May 2, at the College of DuPage in Glen Ellyn, IL. Please consider submitting…
Call for Applications: Stephen T. Riedner Grant for Life Enhancing Library Programs for People Living with Dementia–Deadline Fri., Feb. 21
(via Mary Beth Riedner, retired) Applications are now being accepted for the fourth round of the Stephen T. Riedner Grant for Life Enhancing Library Programs for People Living with Dementia. The Stephen T. Riedner Grant for Life Enhancing Library Programs for People Living with Dementia presents a citation and a grant of $2,500 each to…
Call for Proposals: Virtual All Things Open Week Conference (Mon., April 7 – Fri., April 11)–Deadline Fri., Feb. 7
(via Chelsee Dickson, Kennesaw State University) We invite all interested parties to submit a proposal for Kennesaw State University Libraries’ annual All Things Open Week virtual conference, co-hosted by Texas Tech University Libraries! The meeting will take place online from Monday, April 7, to Friday, April 11. We’re dedicated to promoting inclusive, intentional open access…
Registration Open for Webinar “Teaching AI Literacy with Authenticity and Vulnerability”–Thurs., Jan. 16, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM CDT
(via Jane Hammons, The Ohio State University) All are welcome to join us for a free presentation hosted by The Ohio State University Libraries, “Teaching AI Literacy with Authenticity and Vulnerability”. It will take place online Thursday, January 16, from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM CDT. Course instructors are also welcome, so please feel free…
Call for Database Tips: MLA User Experience (UX) Caucus Favorite Features & Sneaking Solutions Lightning Round (Online Wed., Feb. 19, 1:00-2:30 PM CDT)–Deadline Fri., Dec. 20
(via Hilary Kraus, Brown University) The deadline approaches to submit your favorite database tip to the Medical Library Association’s User Experience (UX) Caucus for our second Favorite Features & Sneaking Solutions lightning round! The event will take place online Wednesday, February 19, from 1:00 to 2:30 PM CDT. Essential Information Essential Links
Call for Volunteers: ACRL Committees for 2025-26–Deadline Fri., Feb. 28
(via Gwen Gregory, Northern Illinois University) Are you ready to be considered for an opportunity to advance learning and transform scholarship through an Association of College and Research Libraries committee appointment? ACRL Vice-President/President-Elect Brad Warren invites you to volunteer to serve on a 2025-26 division or section committee. Face-to-face attendance at conferences is not required,…
Registration Open for NNLM Online Class “Exploring Complementary and Integrative Health (CIH)”–Asynchronous from Mon., Jan. 13, to Fri., Jan. 31
(via Bobbi Newman, Network of the National Library of Medicine – Region 6) We’re excited to invite you to join our free online class “Exploring Complementary and Integrative Health (CIH)”! If you’re curious about CIH and how you can help your patrons find evidence-base resources, this course is a great opportunity to expand your knowledge…
Registration Open for CARLI PDA Webinar “Project 2025 and Its Consequences for Libraries”–Tues., Jan. 7, 1:00-2:00 PM CDT
Registration is open for the CARLI Professional Development Alliance webinar “Project 2025 and Its Consequences for Libraries”. It will take place on Tuesday, January 7, from 1:00 to 2:00 PM CDT. Please see below for more information, including the link to registration. Libraries face unprecedented political attacks targeting their very existence. States across the country…
Reminder: Deadline to Complete Survey “Proficiencies for Assessment in Academic Libraries: Importance and Where They Should Be Acquired” is Sun., Dec. 15–Research Team Includes UIC’s Dr. Jung Mi Scoulas
(via Dr. Becky Croxton, Colorado State University) If you are engaged in library assessment we would love to hear from you! This is a final reminder to please provide your input for this student- and new-librarian-led survey. This project is spearheaded by a current LIS graduate student and a recent graduate of library school. The…