2012 ACRL Image Resources Interest Group Midwinter Virtual Meeting
Posted: February 10, 2012 Filed under: ArLiSNAP, Digital Imaging, Professional Associations, Special Collections, Visual Resources | Tags: ACRL, image resources, melissa gold fournier, peter hirtle, public domain image policies Leave a comment »2012 ACRL Image Resources Interest Group Midwinter Virtual Meeting:
“Current Trends in Public Domain Image Policies”
How accessible are your “public domain” digital collections? Please join the ACRL Image Resources Interest Group (IRIG) for a conversation about the range of usage policies for public domain digital image collections. To what extent do new open access decisions reflect a shift in the way academic libraries and archives treat access to digital reproductions of public domain materials in our stewardship? Speakers from Cornell and Yale will talk about the recent open access policies at their institutions, and there will be a discussion and Q&A opportunity. Following the program, there will be IRIG updates and announcements.
About the speakers:
Peter Hirtle is a Senior Policy Advisor at Cornell University Library. Read his bio.
Melissa Gold Fournier is Associate Museum Registrar and Manager of Imaging Services at the Yale Center for British Art, where she oversees the operation and production of the digital imaging studio as well as rights-related collection information. Melissa works closely with Yale’s Department of Digital Assets and Infrastructure on shared projects and serves as the lead for the Center’s participation in Yale’s shared digital asset management system. She also works closely with the Center’s Department of Collections Information and Access both administratively and technically in providing access to the Center’s collections online. Melissa has held successive positions of responsibility in museum registration and collections imaging at the YCBA since 1998, and is a graduate of Yale College.
Date: Tuesday February 14th, 2:00-3:30 pm Eastern time
Agenda:
- Introductions
- Presentations and discussion
- Peter Hirtle, Senior Policy Advisor, Cornell University Library
- Melissa Fournier, Associate Registrar and Manager of Imaging Services, Yale Center for British Art
- IRIG business meeting
- Visual Literacy Competency Standards update
- Programming updates
- Announcements
Advance registration is not required to participate. Click join the meeting at the appointed time.
Call for Papers: Artists’ Records in the Archives symposium
Posted: July 18, 2011 Filed under: Archives, Art History, Art Librarianship, Artists Books, Museum Librarianship, Museums, Opportunities: Calls for Papers, Opportunities: Professional Development, Professional Associations | Tags: archives, archivists round table, art, art history, artists records, artists' records in the archives, Copyright, new york, nypl, scholarship, symposium Leave a comment »Artists’ Records in the Archives: A One Day Symposium – Call for Participation
The archives of many institutions contain artists’ records—documents created by artists that often bear witness to the creative process, as evinced by sketches, doodles, and other notations. Artists’ records differ from other types of records due to their inherent connection to the art object and the art market. In recent years there has been a plethora of symposia and conferences dedicated to artist archives, art history and “the archive,” as well as to the use of archival materials by contemporary artists. While crucial, these investigations have been driven almost entirely by art historians and have not included the perspectives of archivists and special collections librarians. As part of an effort to broaden the discussion surrounding artists’ records, the Archivists Round Table of Metropolitan New York has organized a one day symposium, “Artists’ Records in the Archives,” to be held on October 11, 2011 in conjunction with the New York Public Library. Focusing on the perspective of the information professional, this symposium will address how contemporary artists use artists’ records in their work, the significance of artists’ records in archives for scholars and curators, and how archivists and special collections librarians manage artists’ records in their repositories.
Possible topics or areas of interest include, but are not limited to, the following:
*Artists’ use of other artists’ records
*How archivists manage artists’ records and how this might differ within a museum, estate, gallery, and university setting
*Collecting artists’ records
*Appraisal of artists’ records
*Underdocumented artists and the archives
*Exhibitions and artists’ records
*Artists’ records and the digital environment
*Born digital artists’ records
*Copyright, moral rights, and the artist
*Conversations between archivists, artists, and art historians regarding archives
Date: October 11, 2011
Location: New York Public Library
All individual presentations will be 20 minutes long (10 page paper).
Submissions must include a title, name of author and institutional affiliation, abstract (250 words max), and indication of technological requirements.
Individual papers or entire panel proposals accepted.
A small travel stipend is available. If interested please indicate in the submission.
Deadline for Proposals: Proposals should be emailed to artistsymposium@gmail.com by August 15, 2011.
SAA Museum Archives Pecha Kucha Opportunity for SAA 2011
Posted: June 23, 2011 Filed under: Archives, Art Librarianship, Conference Planning, Libraries: Museum Libraries, Museum Librarianship, Museums, Opportunities: Conferences, Professional Associations, [ Opportunities ] | Tags: archives, conferences, museum archives section, museums, pecha kucha, presentations, saa, saa 2011 Leave a comment »Museum Archives Section Meeting Repository Updates
Pecha Kucha Style Call for Proposals SAA 2011
Thursday, August 25, 3:30 pm – 5:30 pm
Deadline for submissions: July 29, 2011
Are you a member of the Museum Archives section of SAA? Do you have a repository update or an interesting new collection to share?
If so, please submit a brief proposal for a Pecha Kucha style presentation during the annual meeting of the Museum Archives section at the 2011 SAA conference. We look forward to accepting proposals that relate to museum archives, highlight new collections, or include repository news or highlights. To submit a proposal, please send a brief abstract of your topic, your name, institutional affiliation, and contact information, to Leanda Gahegan at leanda.gahegan@gmail.com. The deadline for proposals is July 29,2011.
Presenters must be a member of the Museum Archives section. If you are not a member yet, please feel free to join. More information is available here:
http://www.archivists.org/saagroups/museum/index.htm
The Museum Archives Section of the Society of American Archivists includes those who are responsible for the organization and care of archival collections located in museums.
About the Pecha Kucha format: Pecha Kucha sessions consist of multiple presenters, each having approximately 6 minutes and 40 seconds to present 20 PowerPoint slides on their topic. Timing will be strictly followed.
Deadline Extended: Be a part of the ArLiSNAP Focus Group!
Posted: April 13, 2011 Filed under: ARLIS/NA, ArLiSNAP, Opportunities: Professional Development, Opportunities: Surveys and Studies, Professional Associations | Tags: arlis/na, arlisnap, focus group, input, strategic planning committee Leave a comment »ArLiSNAPPERS: We need your voice!
The Strategic Planning Committee is specifically targeting ArLiSNAP to provide feedback that will impact the future of the society! Please consider taking part in a one hour ArLiSNAP Focus Group conference call the week of April 18-22.
To sign up, please complete this Doodle indicating your availability:
http://www.doodle.com/aduiyn64tch7z8pd
From your ARLISNAP colleagues and Strategic Planning Committee members,
Jamie Lausch
Jennifer Garland
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A note from the ArLiSNAP coordinators:
Everyone, please take this opportunity to become a part of this focus group. This type of engagement is exactly the kind of thing students and young professionals need to become an important part of the community. The Strategic Planning Committee is working hard to give our group a forum for discussions and suggestions that can help shape the future of ARLIS for the better.
Help make sure that ARLIS/NA is representing us.
NYC Metro Professional Development Classes for April/May
Posted: April 12, 2011 Filed under: Instruction, News, Opportunities: Networking, Opportunities: Professional Development, Professional Associations, Workshops | Tags: continuing education, METRO, new york city, Professional Development, skills Leave a comment »Every month, METRO offers an exciting range of learning and networking opportunities – details and registration are just a click away!
To receive significant discounts on METRO Professional Development classes and other career boosting benefits, all current library school students are invited to apply for myMETRO individual membership at the student rate of $50 per year. To learn more or to apply, please visit http://www.metro.org/individual-membership/
April:
Personal Digital Archiving
Wed, April 13 | 1-4pm | $35 METRO & myMETRO, $60 Non-members
During this hands-on session, instructor Ellyssa Kroski will explain the process of creating and executing an action plan for archiving personal digital assets, deciding what to store, consolidating multiple file versions, and cataloging resources.
Learn more & register at http://www.metro.org/en/cev/29 <http://www.metro.org/en/cev/29> .
Information Architecture and Interaction Design (IA/IxD)
Fri, April 15 | 10am-4pm | $50 METRO, $40 myMETRO, $70 Non-members
Using a case study methodology, this workshop will introduce participants to the field of IA/IxD. We will begin by reviewing the perceptual model necessary for thinking and working with IA/IxD and then apply this model to the process of IA/IxD by reviewing a case study from start to finish.
Learn more & register at http://www.metro.org/en/cev/51 <http://www.metro.org/en/cev/51> .
Webinar: Introduction to Major Changes from AACR2 to RDA
Wed, April 27 | 10-11:30am | $20 METRO & myMETRO, $40 Non-members
This webinar will provide an entry-level introduction to aspects of RDA records that differ from AACR2, and what catalogers should expect to see in RDA records generally.
Learn more & register at http://www.metro.org/en/cev/57 <http://www.metro.org/en/cev/57> .
METRO Book Talk: Boomers and Beyond – Reconsidering the Role of the Library
Thurs, April 28 | 6-8pm | $10 METRO, myMETRO, & Non-members
Diantha Schull and Pauline Rothstein will present an overview from their recent book “Boomers and Beyond: Reconsidering the Role of Libraries”, focusing on foundation theories about longevity, including its implications for health promotion, learning, work, and spirituality.
Learn more & register at http://www.metro.org/en/cev/52 <http://www.metro.org/en/cev/52> .
Webinar: Managing the Implementation of RDA at Your Library – What Administrators Need to Know
Fri, April 29 | 10-11:30am | $20 METRO & myMETRO, $40 Non-members
Instructor Chris Cronin will inform library administrators and cataloging managers on how to begin thinking about preparing staff and systems for the transition from AACR2 to RDA.
Learn more & register at http://www.metro.org/en/cev/56 <http://www.metro.org/en/cev/56> .
May:
Introduction to Metadata for Digital Collections
Tues & Wed, May 3 & 4 | 10am-4pm | $275 METRO, $225 myMETRO, $325 Non-members
Instructor Dr. Marcia Zeng will examine the role of metadata in the digital environment during this two-day workshop. The main focuses will be given to 1) the applications of metadata standards for distinct domains and information communities and 2) the creation of application profiles according to local needs.
Learn more & register at http://www.metro.org/en/cev/45 <http://www.metro.org/en/cev/45> .
Enriching Metadata Services through Linked Data
Thurs, May 5 | 10am-1pm | $20 METRO & myMETRO, $30 Non-members
This workshop will explain the principles, concepts, and the potential usage of Linked Data in libraries of all sizes. It will not cover technical implementation topics.
Learn more & register at http://www.metro.org/en/cev/46 <http://www.metro.org/en/cev/46> .
VRA Core: An Introduction to Metadata for Cultural Materials
Mon, May 9 | 1-4pm | $40 METRO, $30 myMETRO, $60 Non-members
Instructor Elisa Lanzi will cover the overall benefits of using the VRA Core in order to ensure streamlined inputting of crucial information about works and images, and to improve searching and user understanding.
Learn more & register at http://www.metro.org/en/cev/61 <http://www.metro.org/en/cev/61> .
Digital Rights Management for Library and Archives Projects
Wed, May 11 | 10am-4pm | $75 METRO, $60 myMETRO, $100 Non-members
This workshop will approach copyright from the collections and project management perspective. Topics will include an overview of Section 108 and how to analyze underlying or third-party rights in textual, visual, audio, and moving image content.
Learn more & register at http://www.metro.org/en/cev/47 <http://www.metro.org/en/cev/47> .
Webinar: The Future for Libraries
Tues, May 17 | 10-11am | $20 METRO & myMETRO, $40 Non-members
Sarah Houghton-Jan, author of the popular blog, “Librarian in Black” will discuss how the current budget crisis will change the way we provide services to our patrons. This webinar will be of particular interest for anyone interested in finding out what digital services libraries can build upon to better serve their communities now and in the future.
Learn more & register at http://www.metro.org/en/cev/70 <http://www.metro.org/en/cev/70> .
myMETRO Presents: An Evening of Presentation by myMETRO Student Members
Wed, May 18 | 6-8pm | There is no fee to attend, but registration is required.
Join us for a sample of cutting edge research in librarianship from three students, including an investigation of the impact of recommender systems; risk management applied to digital asset preservation; and a collaborative project to connect to LIS students.
Learn more & register at http://www.metro.org/en/cev/64 <http://www.metro.org/en/cev/64> .
Using XML in Libraries
Thurs, May 19 and Thurs, May 26 | 10am-4pm each day | $75 METRO, $60 myMETRO, $100 Non-members (covers both days)
This two-day intensive workshop is designed to teach beginners how to use XML in the library environment, with a focus on using the language for resource description, metadata management, and electronic text encoding.
Learn more & register at <http://www.metro.org/en/cev/47> http://www.metro.org/en/cev/62 <http://www.metro.org/en/cev/62> .
Upcoming Special Interest Group Meetings:
ILL
Tues, April 12 | 10:00am-12:00pm | Learn more & register: http://www.metro.org/en/cev/49 <http://www.metro.org/en/cev/49>
Science, Technology and Medical Librarians: Current Trends in Electronic Scholarly Communication
Thurs, April 14 | 1:30-4:30pm <http://www.metro.org/en/cev/44> | Learn more & register: http://www.metro.org/en/cev/44 <http://www.metro.org/en/cev/44>
Smart Phones and Mobile Computing: Mobile Information and Literacy Panel – Are You In the Know About Info to Go?
Fri, May 6 | 3:00-4:30pm | Learn more & register: http://www.metro.org/en/cev/66 <http://www.metro.org/en/cev/66>
Digitization: Introducing the Newly Re-designed OCLC CONTENTdm
Mon, May 16 | 10am-12pm | Learn more & register: http://www.metro.org/en/cev/67 <http://www.metro.org/en/cev/67>
Please contact Laura Forshay at lforshay@metro.org, 212.228.2320 x 10 with any questions.
CALL FOR PRESENTERS: ACRL ARTS SECTION’S DISCUSSION FORUM
Posted: April 11, 2011 Filed under: ALA, Art History, Art Librarianship, Libraries: Academic Art & Architecture, Libraries: Art & Design Schools, Libraries: Museum Libraries, Libraries: Public Art Libraries, Libraries: Visual Resources Collections, Museum Librarianship, News, Opportunities: Calls for Papers, Opportunities: Conferences, Opportunities: Professional Development, Professional Associations, Student Research, [ Opportunities ] | Tags: ACRL, ACRL Arts section, discussion forum, feedback, performing arts, presentation, research, visual arts Leave a comment »
Are you doing research in the arts that you would like to share with fellow librarians? Is there something you’re doing at your library dealing with the arts that you think others should know about? Do you have a presentation you’d like to float by a group of friendly colleagues for some benevolent critique?
If so, the ACRL Arts section invites you to submit a presentation proposal for our Discussion Forum held on Saturday, June 25th from 10:30-12noon during the ACRL Annual Conference in New Orleans, LA.
Details:
–Proposals can be about any topic dealing with the visual or performing arts and design (see list of possible topics below).
–Everyone is welcome to submit a proposal. Students are also encouraged to make a submission.
–Each presentation will have 15-20 minutes with a 5 minute Q&A. We anticipate being able to accept 4-5 proposals for presentation.
–Proposals will be reviewed by a committee drawn from the Arts Section Executive Board and Publications & Research Committee.
Deadline: Please submit your proposals to Yen Tran (nttran@callutheran.edu), chair of the Arts Section’s Publications & Research Committee no later than May 27th. Those submitting proposals will be notified by June 3rd, as to whether or not your proposal was accepted for presentation.
Possible topics:
–Research of any topic related to the arts
–Developments in the display and/or preservation of arts materials
–Innovative information literacy or visual literacy techniques with arts students
–Emerging technologies in arts libraries
–Inventive collection management and development in the arts
–Strategies for reaching out to arts users (students and faculty)
–Copyright and fair use in the arts environment
–Evaluating the needs of arts users
–Use of images in information literacy instruction
–Creative physical or online/virtual exhibits
The possibilities are endless; please consider submitting a proposal.
New Voices in the Profession 2011 Call for Papers
Posted: December 1, 2010 Filed under: ARLIS/NA, Art Librarianship, Conference Planning, Opportunities: Calls for Papers, Opportunities: Conferences, Opportunities: Professional Development, Professional Associations, Student Research, VRA 1 Comment »Paper proposals for the New Voices in the Profession session at the joint ARLIS-NA, VRA joint conference (2011, Minneapolis) are now being accepted.
New Voices showcases exceptional academic work by students and new professionals (under 5 years post MLS.) Paper topics should relate strongly to Art and/or Visual Resources Librarianship, but also digital library projects, archives, library instruction, reference and the changing nature of libraries, among other topics.
To see papers presented in past sessions, you can look at the Conference Proceedings from previous years on the ARLIS website (http://www.arlisna.org/news/conferences/conf_index.html).
If interested, please send a paper topic and explanation/abstract to me (mportis (at) nysid.edu) by December 20th. Please feel free to re-post.
Thanks!
Maggie Portis
Assistant Librarian, New York School of Interior Design
Museum-Computer Network Conference Scholarships Available
Posted: July 29, 2010 Filed under: Museum Librarianship, Opportunities: Awards, Opportunities: Conferences, Opportunities: Professional Development, Professional Associations | Tags: conferences, Professional Development Leave a comment »via ALA Lita-L:
The Museum Computer Network is providing NINE scholarships to attend this year’s MCN Conference:
I/O: The Museum Inside-Out/Outside-In: 38th Annual MCN Conference
October 27th – 30th, 2010, Austin, Texas
The competitive scholarship provides free conference registration, free hotel stay, and a $50 stipend to cover additional expenses. To apply, please submit application form found at http://www.mcn.edu/mcn-2010-scholarships by August 13.
Applicants must meet ONE of the following criteria for eligibility:
1. Employed at an institution with no more than 20 permanent staff
2. First-time MCN conference attendee
3. New to the profession with less than 2 years experience in the field
See http://www.mcn.edu/mcn-2010-scholarships for more information about the scholarship program.
Questions? Please contact Scholarship Committee chair Jana Hill at jana.hill(at)cartermuseum(dot)org.
Founded in 1967, the Museum Computer Network has been serving the cultural heritage community for over 40 years. The Museum Computer Network (MCN) supports the greater museum community by providing continuing opportunities to explore, implement, and disseminate new technologies and best practices in the field.
Please pass this on to your colleagues. You can also contact Christina DePaolo, Conference Chair with questions about the conference, at 206 654-3165 or christinad(at)seattleartmuseum(dot)org.
Professional workshops & conferences roundup
Posted: January 26, 2010 Filed under: Lectures, Opportunities: Conferences, Opportunities: Professional Development, Professional Associations, SecondLife, SEI, Web 2.0 | Tags: conferences, events, Lectures, webcas, webinar Comments Off
I know you all are stoked for ARLIS/NA Annual in Boston - here are some other great events, workshops and conferences that may also be of interest.
SEI Pro – Summer Educational Institute For Visual Resources & Image Management – registration has officially opened.
Albuquerque, NM, June 8 – 11, 2010
This intensive workshop is intended to provide advanced instruction in visual resources and image collection management. ARLIS/NA and the VRAF are developing a special curriculum to offer in-depth training that is often not found in library and information science degree programs.
Info at http://www.vrafoundation.org/sei2010/
Online education offered by Lyrasis
This is just a small selection of upcoming events and workshops. Visit www.lyrasis.org for full schedule, Keyword: Classes and Events. Students and unemployed librarians receive a 50% discount, call for more info.
- 20 Questions: Art Resources
02/02/2010 10:00am-12:00pm EST - Digital Collections: Where to Begin?
02/04/2010 10:00am-12:00pm EST - Changes Ahead with AACR2, RDA, and FRBR
02/04/2010, 2:00pm-4:00pm EST - Pop Culture Literacy: Keeping Up With Your Patrons
02/09/2010 – 02/10/2010, 2:00pm-4:00pm EST - Gaming in Libraries
02/16/2010, 10:00am-12:00pm EST - Understanding Digital Photographs
02/18/2010, 10:00am-12:00pm EST
There are also few notable events related to mobile and virtual library and museum services:
Library in Your Pocket: Strategies and Techniques for Developing Successful Mobile Services (Free online webinar)
Hosted by EDUCAUSE Live! ; presenters: David Woodbury and Jason Casden from North Carolina State University.
This ‘sold out’ event has passed, but if you missed it, you can view the event archive (sound and images) at http://www.educause.edu/Resources/LibraryinYourPocketStrategiesa/195003
Handheld Librarian (Virtual Conference)
Online, February 17 – 18
Featuring a wide array of collaboration, learning and networking activities focused on Mobile Library Services.
Conference website: http://www.handheldlibrarian.org/
Going Mobile: Planning for Audience, Content and Technology in the Museum (Seminar)
San Diego, February 16 – 17
This two-day seminar is for museum professionals who want to explore the value of mobile devices and portable computing for their institutions, patrons and learners with renowned leaders in the new media field. Attendees will learn how to evaluate technology platforms and options, create interpretive content and deploy systems for supporting them.
Seminar Website: http://www.bpoc.org/mobile
The Future is Now: Libraries and Museums in Virtual Worlds (Virtual Conference)
Online, March 5-6, 2010
This weekend conference is presented by the ALA VCL MIG (Virtual Communities and Libraries, Member Initiative Group) and the ACRL Virtual Worlds Interest Group. Expect presentations and panel discussions, as well as tours, demonstrations, poster sessions, social gatherings, and other events presented in OPAL, Second Life and other virtual worlds. Discounts for ALA Members, students, and others.
Conference Website: http://www.opal-online.org/finindex.htm
AASL Conference Student Travel Award
Posted: January 13, 2010 Filed under: AASL, Architecture Librarianship, Opportunities: Conferences, Opportunities: Professional Development, Opportunities: Travel Awards, Professional Associations 1 Comment »Association of Architecture School Librarians
March 4-7, 2010
New Orleans, LA
AASL CONFERENCE STUDENT TRAVEL AWARD
Purpose:
The conference award is intended to introduce library school students, interested in a career in architecture school librarianship, to the membership and activities of AASL through attendance at the organization’s annual conference. The conference will be in New Orleans, Louisiana, March 4-7, 2010
Award Amount:
1. $500. for travel expenses (given in the form of a check from AASL to the recipient after the post-conference report is received following the annual meeting)
2. Waiver of the annual meeting registration fee (at the student rate)
3. Waiver of annual AASL dues for a period of one year
Eligibility:
Students who are currently enrolled in an ALA accredited graduate library school program or have recently graduated (within 12 mos. of graduation) are eligible for the award.
Guidelines:
- Applicants must submit a completed application form, accompanied by a current résumé, to the Award Committee by the specified closing date
- Recipients of the award must confirm in writing (e-mail will suffice) that s/he is able to meet the requirement of full conference attendance
- Recipients of the award will submit a brief post-conference report for posting on the AASL website. The report should outline conference activities and experiences and include an account of how the award supported professional development goals
- In a year in which no suitable applications are received, or if AASL funds are insufficient, the grant will not be awarded
Application deadline is February 1, 2010
Applications can be submitted by e-mail or mail to:
Cathy Carpenter
Head, Architecture Library
704 Cherry St.
Georgia Institute of Technology
Atlanta, Georgia 30332-0900
E-mail: cathy.carpenter@library.gatech.edu
Phone: 404-385-3249
Name:
Please indicate your preferred contact address
Home Address:
E-Mail:
Phone:
University/College Address:
E-Mail:
Phone:
Are you a:
o Full-time student
o Part-time student
o Recent library school graduate
If yes, please provide the name of the school attended plus month and year of graduation:
Please detail your reasons for applying for the AASL Conference Student Award and the anticipated benefits of attending:
Free Webcasts from the MCN Annual Conference
Posted: October 29, 2009 Filed under: Museum Librarianship, Museums, Opportunities: Professional Development, Professional Associations, Technology, Web 2.0 | Tags: conference, Professional Development, Technology, Webcasts Comments OffInteresting (and FREE!) professional development opportunity:
The Museum Computer Network is pleased to announce that five MCN 2009 sessions will be webcast live, free of charge. MCN 2009 takes place week after next in Portland, Oregon.
The webcasts will be on Thursday and Friday, November 12 and 13. We’ll use Twitter to harvest online questions during Q&A in those sessions, which are:
Museum Data Exchange
Tweets to Sweeten Collaborations for Archives, Libraries, and Museums
Libraries, Archives, and Museums: From Collaboration to Convergence
Ramping Up while Scaling Down: Strategic Innovation in Challenging Times
2009 Conference Roundup Roundtable
http://www.mcn.edu/mcn2009online has more information.
Short URL http://bit.ly/mcn09oL leads to the same page.
ALA Annual Conference Roundup
Posted: July 7, 2009 Filed under: ALA, Opportunities: Professional Development, Professional Associations Comments OffALA Annual is upon us in just a few days! Here are a few meetings, programs and services that ARLIS members – and especially those who are new to ALA conferences – may be interested in.
Job Hunting
ALA Job Placement Center: located at Grand Ballroom of McCormick Place, South
Resume Review Services are available at the Job Placement Center on Saturday, July 11 – 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and Sunday, July 12 – 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Professional librarians will be available to provide feedback on your resume – drop by the Center to make an appointment. This service is provided by the New Members Round Table (NMRT).
NMRT’s meeting about Job Hunting in A Recession will be held Saturday, July 11, 1:30 – 3:30 PM, Hyatt, Grand D North
Connecting with other ALA Members
Parties and Receptions are an excellent way to meet new and seasoned ALA members in an informal and pressure-free setting (often with free food!).
Art-Oriented Events and Meetings
ACRL-ARTS All Committees Meeting: Saturday, July 11, 8:00-10:00 am, Sheraton Chicago BR 1
“If you’re not a member of a Section committee but you’d like to find out how to get involved, come to the All Committees meeting and jump right in. Newcomers are always welcome!”
ACRL-ARTS Arts Discussion Forum: Saturday, July 11, 10:30 am – 12:00 pm, Intercontinental Hotel, Toledo Room
“In lieu of our usual presentations by Section members, we are holding a special open discussion: Arts: The Next 50 Years. Where are we headed as a section? As arts librarians? Where should we focus our energies in uncertain times? Any issues from the current (the future of BHA?) to the more remote (virtual conferences?) are fair game, but this discussion is for you. Please come and tell us what’s on your mind.”
Check out more ACRL-ARTS events, and don’t forget the Annual Artsguide (thanks for sharing, Meredith!)
Orientation
ALA 101 lists events for new conference-goers. Highlights include:
Conference 101: Friday, 4:00 – 5:00 p.m. McCormick Place West (convention center), Room W-179, 2301 S. Lake Shore Drive
“New to the Annual Conference, or ALA? Get a fun and informative introduction to the Annual Conference and Chicago, IL. Learn to navigate the exhibits, decipher the conference program, how ALA really works, and ways for you to get involved. NMRT provides tips from the pros and an orientation, which is full of information.”
Conference Orientation: Saturday, 8:00 – 10:00 a.m. Palmer House Hilton, Red Lacquer Room, 17 E. Monroe Street
“New to the Annual Conference or ALA? Get a fun and informative introduction to the Annual Conference and Chicago, IL. Learn to navigate the exhibits, decipher the conference program, how ALA really works, and ways for you to get involved. NMRT provides tips from the pros and an orientation, which is full of information”
And if you’re in need of on-the-spot information, try the Text an Ambassador service. Answers to your conference questions are just a text message away!
Other useful links:
ALA Annual Wiki: All things Annual are collected here.
ALA Acronyms: Essential for deciphering the conference schedule.
ALA Annual Google Map
Follow ALA Annual on Twitter: @alaannual. Check updates from across the Twittersphere: #ala2009
Headed to Chicago for ALA?
Posted: June 28, 2009 Filed under: ALA, Discussion, Opportunities: Conferences, Professional Associations 3 Comments »Looking for museums, galleries, music, theater, or architecture? Check out the ArtsGuide to Chicago, produced by our colleagues in the ACRL Arts Section
Make you conference experience enjoyable and productive: “Five Tips for a Better Conference Experience,” courtesy of ACRLog
Need to find restaurants, coffee shops, a good bar, a free show, or pretty much anything else? The Chicago Reader or NFT Chicago can get you there.
Have tips for surviving ALA Annual? A favorite spot in the Chi? Let us know in the comments!
Mentoring at ALA Annual
Posted: May 8, 2009 Filed under: Opportunities: Conferences, Opportunities: Mentoring, Professional Associations | Tags: mentoring Comments OffThere may still be time to apply to have a mentor at ALA’s annual conference in Chicago this July if you act quickly.
Applications received after May 6th will be accepted with the understanding that mentor/mentee matches will be made based on the availability of a mentor or mentee.
But do check back to the link above in August if you are interested in applying to participate in ALA’s year round mentorship program.
MemberClicks and ArLiSNAP
Posted: November 17, 2008 Filed under: ARLIS/NA, Professional Associations Comments OffJust a friendly reminder – If you are a member of ARLIS/NA, you can log in and update your profile through MemberClicks. When you do this, be sure to “edit” your profile, and select ArLiSNAP from the list of Special Interest Groups available. This allows other members to find you when they search for “ArLiSNAP”. It also helps national keep track of how many members are participating in ArLiSNAP! Right now… only 5 or so names are connected to ArLiSNAP through MemberClicks. I know there are a lot more of us out there!
Discussion: Obstacles to Participation in ARLIS
Posted: March 25, 2008 Filed under: ARLIS/NA, Professional Associations 3 Comments »
Dear ArLiSNAPers,
In the course of recent conversations with colleagues, I have been thinking about the variety of reasons that students and new professionals don’t volunteer more. With conference season upon us, there are ample opportunities to become involved – from volunteering in the exhibition hall, to recording individual sessions, to accepting elected & appointed chapter positions.
So, I’m curious – what is holding you back from volunteering within ARLIS?
- Unclear understanding of position responsibilities.
- Lack of sufficient funding.
- Lack of time.
- Lack of supervisor approval.
- Geographic location.
- Other -
If you are already involved in volunteering, think back to the time when you weren’t – what held you back?
While I know that many within our group are already involved different capacities,
how could we encourage more active participation at the ARLIS/NA level as well as at the chapter level?
Please respond below with comments. We want to hear your thoughts!
Photo used under the Creative Commons license. Attribution of the original photo is to Bryan Loar.
Do Libraries Innovate: Blogging at ALA
Posted: June 27, 2007 Filed under: ALA, Museums, Professional Associations, Technology 2 Comments »Check out this quasi-transcript (and this one too) of the session “The Ultimate Debate: Do Libraries Innovate?” Topics discussed include why libraries aren’t innovative, the relationship between IT profession and library profession, and how to promote change in an professional organization (ALA)–all very relevant to art librarians/VR curators. ALA conference program description:
The Ultimate Debate: Do Libraries Innovate?
LITA
Track: Transformation & Innovations
Libraries did not invent Google Book Search, Library Think, Facebook, or any other innovation critical to the new information era/knowledge economy. We make use of these inventions. But is that enough? What prevents us from being more inventive? Join four thought-provoking speakers for a debate on these questions and a search for answers.
Speakers: Roy Tennant, California Digital Library; Stephen Abram, SirsiDynix; Joseph Janes, University of Washington; Karen Schneider, Florida State University
We’ve discussed changes we’d like to see in ArLiS/NA, but maybe the question “Do [Art] Libraries innovate?” would be help us get to the root of the issue. I think that innovation can increase the significance, not to mention status, of our profession and professional organization. We are an imaginative, resourceful group of people who value creativity (in visual art, architecture and other fields) — it follows that art librarians would or could be an innovative group of professionals. What do you think?
Co-Coordinator 2011-2013
