(via Laura Saunders, Simmons University) Please join us for the next LIS Pedagogy Chat, online Friday, September 6, at 1:00 PM CDT. The topic is “Inclusive Communication in the Classroom”. This session will address the critical need for inclusive teaching within LIS, emphasizing the use of effective communication strategies and syllabus language. It will explore…
Registration Open for Webinar “Demystifying AI” in Media Literacy Education for Adult Audiences Series–Wed., Sept. 18, at 1:00 PM CDT
(via ALA) In today’s rapidly-evolving digital landscape, understanding artificial intelligence (AI) is crucial for navigating and making informed decisions. Join us for the first session in our new Media Literacy Education for Adult Audiences: Architecture of the Internet webinar series, a five-part series that will focus on shedding light on the often-overlooked aspects of the…
Legislative Update, 08/30/2024
Federal As we get closer to the Presidential Election, it’s important to stay aware of the promises and track records of the candidates. Meanwhile, a current Supreme Court case, Oklahoma v. Department of Health and Human Services, could dramatically affect Federal regulations on Medicare and Medicaid. Illinois A couple of bills to watch: SB3703 –…
Registration Open for 2024 Southeast Data Librarian Symposium (Online Mon., Oct. 7 – Wed., Oct. 9)–Keynote Address Focuses on Reuse of Electronic Health Record Data for Research
(via Dr. Marla Hertz, University of Alabama at Birmingham) The 2024 Southeast Data Librarian Symposium (SEDLS) will take place virtually from Monday, October 7, to Wednesday, October 9, on Zoom. Registration is now open! SEDLS is open to all who wish to attend, including students, data managers, and data scientists. The conference is not limited to…
Reminder: ACRL Science & Technology Section Mentoring Program Seeking Mentors and Mentees for 2024-25
(via Irina Holden, State University of New York – Albany) Would you like to expand your views on science and technology librarianship? Are you a library student or new librarian with lots of questions, and looking to find some insight into the profession? Are you considering a career change switching to STEM librarianship or looking…
Call for Proposals: ACRL Rare Books and Manuscripts Section Webinar “Cool Things We Cataloged” (Late October or Early November)–Deadline Fri., Sept. 13
(via Martha Lawler, Louisiana State University) The Bibliographic Standards Committee of the ACRL Rare Books and Manuscripts Section is seeking presenters for our fall webinar, “Cool Things We Cataloged”. This will be the fourth year that we have hosted a webinar with this topic. We are looking for a broad range of presenters (catalogers, archivists,…
Registration Open for Georgia Library Association’s Carterette Series Webinar “Counteracting Health Misinformation and Supporting Climate Resilience: The Work of a Public and Academic Partnership in San Diego County, CA”–Wed., Sept. 25, at 1:00 PM CDT
(via Ashley Dupuy, Kennesaw State University) Registration is open for the free Georgia Library Association Carterette Series Webinar “Counteracting Health Misinformation and Supporting Climate Resilience: The Work of a Public and Academic Partnership in San Diego County, CA”. It will take place on Wednesday, September 25, at 1:00 PM CDT. Please see below for more…
Registration Open for EBSCO Webinar “Serials Management: E-Resources Basics” (Includes non-EBSCO Resources)–Thurs., Aug. 29, at 1:00 PM CDT
(via Ramune Kubilius, Galter Health Sciences Library & Learning Center at Northwestern University) Registration is open for the EBSCO webinar “Serials Management: E-Resources Basics”. It will take place on Thursday, August 29, at 1:00 PM CDT. Please note that the webinar is not limited to EBSCO resources, and attendees not need to be EBSCO customers….
Registration Open for Next Online with the CMC Webinar, “Whose Research Is This Anyway?: Studying Cataloging Theses”–Thurs., Sept. 12, 10:00-11:00 AM CDT
(via Dr. Pamela Thomas, Illinois Heartland Library System) Registration is open for the next Online with the CMC webinar, “Whose Research Is This Anyway?: Studying Cataloging Theses”. It will take place on Thursday, September 12, from 10:00 to 11:00 AM CDT. Join catalogers Eric McKinney and Mary Cornell as they show you the process and…
Call for Program Proposals: ACRL ULS Professional Development Committee Webinars for 2024-25–Deadline Fri., Sept. 27
(via Jason Kruse, Northwestern University) The ACRL University Libraries Section’s Professional Development Committee (PDC) hosts several online programs throughout the year. Prior programs are available here. The PDC welcomes proposals for online programs that further ACRL members’ professional development, knowledge, and practice. Proposals should be grounded in theory and/or practice. We encourage the use of…