(via Dr. Jennifer Matthews, Rowan University) I am inviting chapter proposals for a new edited collection, tentatively titled First-Generation College Students: Academic Library Initiatives for Student Success, that will explore current research and practice of academic libraries and their understanding of outreach and services to first-generation students in higher education. This collection, to be published…
Final Reminder: Deadline to Register for Illinois Library Association 2024 Annual Conference (Tues., Oct. 8 – Thurs., Oct. 10, in Peoria) is Thurs., Sept. 26
(via the Illinois Library Association) Did you miss the early-bird discount for #ILAAC24, which will take place in Peoria from Tuesday, October 8, to Thursday, October 10? No problem! There’s still time to register to attend, and if you can’t attend the full Conference, single-day registration is available! We’ve already highlighted the amazing speaker lineup,…
Reminder: Presentation Proposals for ACRL 2025 Conference (Wed., April 2 – Sat., April 5, in Minneapolis and Online) Due Fri., Oct. 18; Scholarship Applications Due Fri., Oct. 11
(via ACRL) The Association of College & Research Libraries invites proposals for the ACRL 2025 Conference, to take place from Wednesday, April 2, to Saturday, April 5, in Minneapolis, MN, and online. ACRL 2025 will be a platform for us to engage in critical conversations and explore solutions-centered approaches to the challenges facing our profession….
Proposals Deadline for in-Person Sessions at STEM Librarians South (Wed., Nov. 6 – Fri., Nov. 8, Online and in Waco, TX) Extended to Wed., Sept. 25; Registration Closes Wed., November 6
(via Dr. Christina Chan-Park, Baylor University) The proposal submission deadline for in-person presentations only for the 2024 STEM Librarians South Conference has been extended to Wednesday, September 25. This year’s Conference is hosted by Baylor University and will take place Submissions for in-person presentations (150-300 words) are due by Wednesday, September 25. Registration We are…
Registration Open for ACRL Leadership Discussion Group Webinar “How Immersive Experiences Change Learning & Lives”, Focusing on People with Diseases or Disabilities–Mon., Sept. 30, at 2:00 PM CDT
(via Russell Michalak, Goldey-Beacom College) The Association of College and Research Libraries Leadership Discussion Group is pleased to host “How Immersive Experiences Change Learning & Lives”. On Monday, September 30, at 2:00 PM CDT, Erin Washington, MM, MLIS (She/Hers), will share her powerful journey of turning a personal challenge–caring for a parent with early-onset Alzheimer’s…
Registration Open for Asynchronous Online NNLM Class “Health Stories in the Media”–Tues., Oct. 1 – Tues., Oct. 29
(via the Network of the National Library of Medicine) Registration is open for the asynchronous online NNLM class “Health Stories in the Media”. It will take place from Tuesday, October 1, to Tuesday, October 29. Please see below for more information, including the link to registration. This class is designed to evaluate health stories in…
Registration Open for Next LIS Pedagogy Chat, “Recognizing Information Literacy as a Discipline”–Online Fri., Sept. 27, at 1:00 PM CDT
(via Laura Saunders, Simmons University) Please join us for the next LIS Pedagogy Chat, online Friday, September 27, at 1:00 PM CDT. The topic is “Recognizing Information Literacy as a Discipline”. See below for more information, including the link to registration. The idea that information literacy is a discipline has been explored by the British…
Registration Open for 10th ORCID US Community Showcase–Online Tues., Sept. 24, 1:00-2:00 PM CDT
(via ORCID) Please join us on Tuesday, September 24, from 1:00 to 2:00 PM CDT, for our 10th ORCID US Community Showcase webinar, where we will hear ORCID adoption case studies from ORCID US Community member organizations University of Arkansas and Temple University. ORCID (Open Researcher & Contributor Identifier) provides ORCID iDs and corresponding ORCID…
Reminder: Registration Open for 2024 Health Science Librarians of Illinois Annual Conference (Online Wednesday, October 23 – Friday, October 25)–Deadline Monday, October 21
(via Laura Killingsworth, Illinois State University) This is a reminder that registration has officially opened for the Health Science Librarians of Illinois Annual Conference! The Conference will take place virtually from Wednesday, October 23, to Friday, October 25. You may register here. Registration costs: Download Registration Form: Fill out this form and a paper check…
Reminder: Next HSLI Coffee & Conversation Online Thursday, September 19, 3:00-4:00 PM CDT
(via Frances Drone-Silvers, HSLI Secretary, and Peggy Carey, National University of Health Sciences) Join your colleagues on Thursday, September 19, from 3:00 to 4:00 PM CDT, for a virtual coffee break with colleagues. There is no agenda. Come for open discussions, questions, and the opportunity to share successes and challenges. No registration is required. This event will not be recorded, to…