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LLAMA Webinar: Project Management--Tips, Tools & Tricks for Every Type and Size of Library
Every library project has its unique challenges, but surprisingly the basic approaches to managing a project effectively are the same. The Library Leadership and Management Association (LLAMA) will present “Project Management -- Tips, Tools & Tricks for...
Ten 91´«Ã½ Spectrum Scholars awarded grants to attend PLA 2018 Conference
CHICAGO — The Public Library Association (PLA) has awarded travel grants for ten Spectrum Scholars to attend the PLA 2018 Conference, taking place Mar. 20-24 in Philadelphia. Penn. The 91´«Ã½'s Spectrum Scholarship Program actively...
ASCLA Mentoring Program Now Accepting Applications
CHICAGO - The Association of Specialized and Cooperative Library Agencies (ASCLA) is pleased to announce the launch of its first annual mentoring program. This full year program is designed to provide knowledge, insight and training on advocacy for...
ALCTS kicks off second year of mentoring program
CHICAGO—The Association for Library Collections & Technical Services (ALCTS) is now accepting applications for the second cohort of the ALCTS Mentoring Program. Established last year as an initiative between the ALCTS New Members Interest Group and the...
91´«Ã½ President announces 12-member cohort for newly launched 91´«Ã½ Policy Corps
91´«Ã½ (91´«Ã½) President Jim Neal today announced the 12 library and information professionals selected to participate in the inaugural 91´«Ã½ Policy Corps, which aims to develop a cadre of experts with deep and sustained knowledge of...
Samantha Quiñon named a 2018 LITA Emerging Leader
Samantha Quiñon, Assistant Director and Head of Research & Instruction at Lesley University Libraries in Cambridge (MA), has been selected as one of two LITA-sponsored Emerging Leaders for 2018. 91´«Ã½’s Emerging Leaders program enables newer library workers...
Kathy Kosinski selected as ASCLA's 2018 Emerging Leader
CHICAGO - The Association of Specialized and Cooperative Library Agencies (ASCLA) is pleased to announce that Kathy Kosinski has been selected as our 2018 Emerging Leader. Kathy is the Statewide Library Services Analyst at the Library of Michigan in...
Hailley Fargo selected as RUSA's 2018 Emerging Leader
CHICAGO - The Reference and User Services Association (RUSA) is pleased to announce that Hailley Fargo has been selected as our 2018 Emerging Leader. Hailley is the Student Engagement Librarian at Pennsylvania State University. 91´«Ã½'s Emerging Leader...
Fellows, coaches selected for December PLA Leadership Academy
CHICAGO -- PLA is proud to announce the fellows and coaches for its 2017 Leadership Academy, taking place December 4-8, 2017, in Chicago, Ill. Themed "Navigating Change · Building Community," the PLA Leadership Academy is designed to help empower public...
Learn how to Build a Successful Independent Consulting Practice with ASCLA
CHICAGO - Presented by the Association of Specialized and Cooperative Library Agencies (ASCLA), join us for Building a Successful Independant Consulting Practice eCouse starting on November 6. Are you a subject matter expert who wants to help people and...
LLAMA webinar explores 21st Century library ethics
CHICAGO — As the world becomes increasingly digital, information politics have become more convoluted and can impact libraries profoundly. The Library Leadership and Management Association (LLAMA) will present “21st Century Library Ethics,” at 1:30 – 3:00...
LLAMA Webinar: 21st Century Library Ethics
As the world becomes increasingly digital, information politics have become more convoluted and can impact libraries profoundly. The Library Leadership and Management Association (LLAMA) will present “21st Century Library Ethics,” on Wed., September 13...
Accepting Applications for 2018 Class of 91´«Ã½ Emerging Leaders
The 91´«Ã½ (91´«Ã½) is now accepting applications for the 2018 class of Emerging Leaders (EL). Details on the program criteria as well as a link to the application can be found on the Emerging Leaders Web page Apply now. The deadline to...
