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Call for Chapter Proposals–Applying Library Values to Emerging Technology
August 28, 2016 - Illinois Association of College & Research Libraries Forum (IACRL)
(via Cyndi Robinson, ILA—original message from Peter Fernandez and Kelly Tilton, University of Tennessee Libraries) We’re excited to invite you to submit chapter proposals for our forthcoming ACRL book, Applying Library Values to Emerging…
Training Available for Greater Midwest Region Funding Opportunities
August 28, 2016 - Illinois Association of College & Research Libraries Forum (IACRL)
(via Molly Olmstead, National Network of Libraries of Medicine – Greater Midwest Region) The National Network of Libraries of Medicine – Greater Midwest Region is currently accepting applications for four awards, and training is available…
IOLUG Fall 2016 Conference Seeking Proposals by September 2
August 28, 2016 - Illinois Association of College & Research Libraries Forum (IACRL)
The IOLUG (Indiana Online Users Group) Program Committee is inviting proposals around the theme of proving the value and worth of the library. This year’s conference will take place on Friday, October 21, on the Indiana Wesleyan University Nort…
Wiley Scholarship Available for Early-Career Librarians
August 27, 2016 - Illinois Association of College & Research Libraries Forum (IACRL)
(via Ramune Kubilius, Galter Library of the Health Sciences at Northwestern University) Wiley is excited to announce the second annual Wiley Scholarship for Early Career Librarians. This scholarship is a $1,500 travel grant awarded to three early-car…
National Digital Stewardship Residency Opportunity at Windsor Castle
August 27, 2016 - Illinois Association of College & Research Libraries Forum (IACRL)
(via Elizabeth Kiscaden, National Network of Libraries of Medicine – Greater Midwest Region) The National Digital Stewardship Residency (NDSR) program has a very special opportunity. The Library of Congress, the Royal Library and Royal Archives…
ACRL 2017 Conference Keynote Speakers Announced
August 26, 2016 - Illinois Association of College & Research Libraries Forum (IACRL)
(via ACRL) The Association of College and Research Libraries (ACRL) announces its celebrated lineup of keynote speakers for the ACRL 2017 Conference, “At the Helm: Leading Transformation”, to be held March 22-25 in Baltimore. The opening …
Jung and Zadrozny to Present at Academic Library Association of Ohio Annual Conference
August 26, 2016 - Illinois Association of College & Research Libraries Forum (IACRL)
Two Illinois librarians, both from the University of Chicago, will present at this year’s Academic Library Association of Ohio Annual Conference. John Jung, Programmer Analyst, and Kathy Zadrozny, Web Developer and Graphic Design Specialist, wi…
Illinois Librarians Presenting at Library Assessment Conference
August 26, 2016 - Illinois Association of College & Research Libraries Forum (IACRL)
A number of Illinois librarians will present at the 2016 Library Assessment Conference. This year’s conference will take place from Sunday, October 30, to Thursday, November 3, at the Crystal Gateway Marriott in Arlington, Virginia. The confere…
Reminder: HSLI Seeking Poster Submissions for Annual Conference
August 25, 2016 - Illinois Association of College & Research Libraries Forum (IACRL)
(via Roberta Craig, OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center) The Health Science Librarians of Illinois Conference Planning Committee is seeking submissions for poster sessions at the 2016 HSLI Conference. This is a great opportunity for you to share with yo…
Call for Curriculum Designers for ACRL’s Information Literacy Framework
August 21, 2016 - Illinois Association of College & Research Libraries Forum (IACRL)
(via ACRL) ACRL is accepting applications from prospective curriculum designers/presenters to create professional development offerings to provide support for librarians as they incorporate the Framework for Information Literacy for Higher Education …
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