Philadelphia is hosting its second THATCamp "unconference" this upcoming September 28th and 29th at the Chemical Heritage Foundation. THATCamp (The Humanities and Technology Camp) is a free conference that offers digital humanitiies workshops for students and professionals on one conference day (Friday, the 28th) and discussion-based workshops focused on whatever the conference participants want to work with on the other day (Saturday, the 29th). It's a great way for students to get involved (for free!) with digital humanities, technology, and cultural heritage in the Philadelphia area (and network!).
For more information: http://thatcampphilly.org/
To follow them on Twitter: @THATCampPhilly
To like them on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/THATCamp-Philly/100250903417368
And to register: http://thatcampphilly.org/registration/
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Monday, July 16, 2012
Saturday, May 12, 2012
Excerpts from the NMRT SASCO Update 4
Welcome to the NMRT SASCO Update
The 2011-2012 NMRT Student and Student Chapter Outreach Committee will publish a newsletter once a month. We aim to please, so if there is an area we are not covering or information you’d like us to include, please don’t hesitate to contact your SASCO liaison. SASCO Speakers’ Pool Up & Running! Let us connect you! SASCO provides LIS students with the opportunity to have active NMRT and ALA members speak (virtually or in-person) about involvement in the Association and professional development topics. This is a wonderful opportunity for ALA's best and brightest to be ambassadors to the next generation of library leaders and to keep our professional organization viable. Any questions about the SASCO Speakers' Pool should be directed to the current chair (Erin Dorney). Visit http://www.ala.org/nmrt/oversightgroups/comm/libschoutr/sasco to view available speakers and sign up to be added to the pool!
News
New Members Round Table 2012/2013 committee volunteers are now being accepted NMRT Elections
The 2012 ALA Elections are rapidly approaching. The NMRT Nominating Committee would like to announce a live chat hosted in ALA Connect. The chat will be held on March 14 at 7pm EST. The chat will allow candidates to discuss their candidacy and answer questions while providing NMRT members an opportunity to hear directly about the issues that matter most to them. Learn what qualifications they bring to their position and their vision for NMRT and its future. Watch the candidates on the NMRT YouTube Channel: http://www.youtube.com/user/NewMembersRT
Student AL Direct Issue
Did you know that ALA puts out an exclusive supplement for ALA Student Members in addition to ALA Direct? No? Then check it out!
Professional Development/Publication Opportunities
Joint Conference for Librarians of Color (JCLC) Kansas City, Mo.—“KCMO,” “the City of Fountains,” “the Paris of the Plains”—will soon be the host to the Joint Conference of Librarians of Color (JCLC). Housing and registration for the Joint Conference of Librarians of Color, Sept. 19-23, 2012, will open on March 1. For complete details, visit Housing & Registration at www.jclc-conference.org
Scholarships & Funding
ALA Awards & Grants
ALA offers hundreds of grant and award opportunities throughout the year and for all types of librarians/students. Check out their list of grant opportunities often so that you don’t miss out!
Open Jobs & Internships
Data Curation at the Library of Congress Residency
Organizers plan to start taking applications this summer. Recently, the Library of Congress, Office of Strategic Initiatives, partnered with the Institute of Museum and Library Services to create a residency program focused on digital curation. Application for the six-month residency program will be open to postgraduate students later this year. For more information on this exciting collaboration, please follow click here.
Internship Programme at the Joint Inspection Unit (JIU) of the United Nations
Intern on Archives and Records Management in the United Nations.The JIU, the only independent external oversight body of the United Nations system mandated to conduct evaluations, inspections and investigations system-wide, is currently seeking an intern with a background in Archives and Records Management who can intern for a minimum of four months and a maximum of six months (preferable) starting in mid-October 2012.
Job Hunting Resources
Hiring Librarians
Organized by a job-hunting librarian, this blog surveys hiring librarians to learn what will really get you hired (or, dropped out of the running quickly).
Job Hunters’ Resource Round-Up
Written by the Hiring Librarians blog (above), this is a great list of resources.
Open Cover Letters
Wondering what your cover letter should look like? Tired of looking at all those online templates? Check out Open Cover Letters, which is full of anonymous cover letters from hired librarians and archivists.
I Need a Library Job
ALA JobList
The 2011-2012 NMRT Student and Student Chapter Outreach Committee will publish a newsletter once a month. We aim to please, so if there is an area we are not covering or information you’d like us to include, please don’t hesitate to contact your SASCO liaison. SASCO Speakers’ Pool Up & Running! Let us connect you! SASCO provides LIS students with the opportunity to have active NMRT and ALA members speak (virtually or in-person) about involvement in the Association and professional development topics. This is a wonderful opportunity for ALA's best and brightest to be ambassadors to the next generation of library leaders and to keep our professional organization viable. Any questions about the SASCO Speakers' Pool should be directed to the current chair (Erin Dorney). Visit http://www.ala.org/nmrt/oversightgroups/comm/libschoutr/sasco to view available speakers and sign up to be added to the pool!
News
New Members Round Table 2012/2013 committee volunteers are now being accepted NMRT Elections
The 2012 ALA Elections are rapidly approaching. The NMRT Nominating Committee would like to announce a live chat hosted in ALA Connect. The chat will be held on March 14 at 7pm EST. The chat will allow candidates to discuss their candidacy and answer questions while providing NMRT members an opportunity to hear directly about the issues that matter most to them. Learn what qualifications they bring to their position and their vision for NMRT and its future. Watch the candidates on the NMRT YouTube Channel: http://www.youtube.com/user/NewMembersRT
Student AL Direct Issue
Did you know that ALA puts out an exclusive supplement for ALA Student Members in addition to ALA Direct? No? Then check it out!
Professional Development/Publication Opportunities
Joint Conference for Librarians of Color (JCLC) Kansas City, Mo.—“KCMO,” “the City of Fountains,” “the Paris of the Plains”—will soon be the host to the Joint Conference of Librarians of Color (JCLC). Housing and registration for the Joint Conference of Librarians of Color, Sept. 19-23, 2012, will open on March 1. For complete details, visit Housing & Registration at www.jclc-conference.org
Scholarships & Funding
ALA Awards & Grants
ALA offers hundreds of grant and award opportunities throughout the year and for all types of librarians/students. Check out their list of grant opportunities often so that you don’t miss out!
Open Jobs & Internships
Data Curation at the Library of Congress Residency
Organizers plan to start taking applications this summer. Recently, the Library of Congress, Office of Strategic Initiatives, partnered with the Institute of Museum and Library Services to create a residency program focused on digital curation. Application for the six-month residency program will be open to postgraduate students later this year. For more information on this exciting collaboration, please follow click here.
Internship Programme at the Joint Inspection Unit (JIU) of the United Nations
Intern on Archives and Records Management in the United Nations.The JIU, the only independent external oversight body of the United Nations system mandated to conduct evaluations, inspections and investigations system-wide, is currently seeking an intern with a background in Archives and Records Management who can intern for a minimum of four months and a maximum of six months (preferable) starting in mid-October 2012.
Job Hunting Resources
Hiring Librarians
Organized by a job-hunting librarian, this blog surveys hiring librarians to learn what will really get you hired (or, dropped out of the running quickly).
Job Hunters’ Resource Round-Up
Written by the Hiring Librarians blog (above), this is a great list of resources.
Open Cover Letters
Wondering what your cover letter should look like? Tired of looking at all those online templates? Check out Open Cover Letters, which is full of anonymous cover letters from hired librarians and archivists.
I Need a Library Job
ALA JobList
Sunday, April 15, 2012
Getting Involved with ALA
In this series, SASCO liaisons and leaders will share how they became involved with ALA and its Divisions. Each of us became involved in our own way and maintain individual levels of participation. We hope that by sharing our stories it will help you find your own place in the organization.
Part 1: Conferences and Committees
By: Lindsay Sarin, Academic Librarian, Committee Nerd
I started my involvement with ALA as an executive board member of the University of Maryland ALA Student Chapter. The experience helped me learn a little about the inner-workings of ALA, but it wasn’t until I attended an ALA Annual Meeting that I really got involved. Lots of people contribute without going to conference, but for me it was essential. Here's how I used Annual to jumpstart my ALA participation.
Preplanning/Trying to Find Your Niche
ALA is overwhelming at first, especially at Annual. There are so many groups, sessions, and meetings; it can be tough to find your way. I started planning my visit by spending a lot of time on the ALA website looking at divisions and groups (with ALA Connect this is now a little easier since all the documents are in one place). I picked out the groups I thought were interesting and planned to attend their sessions.
New Member Sessions
My very first session was ACRL 101 (I went to the ACRL session because I've always been into academic libraries but NMRT's is great too). ALA 101 sessions are invaluable because they are friendly spaces for new members, presenters help clarify the ALA structure, and usually there is an opportunity to mingle.
Go to Meetings and Not Just the One's on Your Schedule
During Annual I went to some of the committee meetings and presentations on my schedule, but I ended up going to more that I heard about from those at the 101 session and from socials. Most importantly, at the meetings/sessions, I participated. As a newbee it can be a little scary to speak-up, but people pay attention if you do. If you want to be involved either on a committee or in the discussion you have to be willing speak (Steven Bell thinks so too). Don’t be afraid to speak-up, shake someone’s hand, or ask about being involved.
Socials/Networking
Socials are the bread and butter of conferences for a lot of reasons; one they're fun and casual ways to meet new people; two you never know who's going to be there; three they're good places to find out what's going on behind the scenes. They're also great opportunities to ask someone who's been there. During my very first session I struck up a conversation with an ACRL member who was willing sit down with me and quite literally outline the committee structures and suggested some groups to check out (I now co-lead one of them).
The Hard Part
If leaders in ALA don't know you want to be a part of the process, you'll never will be. You have to actually contact them. Send an email, post to a group on ALA Connect, find someone on Twitter, friend someone on Facebook. It doesn't take much. Just let the right person know that you're willing to contribute, and they'll probably take you up on it. For me it was just a matter of sending a few emails after the conference.
From ALA NMRT's SASCO Update #3. Check out the SASCO Update #4 and the SCALA blog later this month for Part 2.
Part 1: Conferences and Committees
By: Lindsay Sarin, Academic Librarian, Committee Nerd
I started my involvement with ALA as an executive board member of the University of Maryland ALA Student Chapter. The experience helped me learn a little about the inner-workings of ALA, but it wasn’t until I attended an ALA Annual Meeting that I really got involved. Lots of people contribute without going to conference, but for me it was essential. Here's how I used Annual to jumpstart my ALA participation.
Preplanning/Trying to Find Your Niche
ALA is overwhelming at first, especially at Annual. There are so many groups, sessions, and meetings; it can be tough to find your way. I started planning my visit by spending a lot of time on the ALA website looking at divisions and groups (with ALA Connect this is now a little easier since all the documents are in one place). I picked out the groups I thought were interesting and planned to attend their sessions.
New Member Sessions
My very first session was ACRL 101 (I went to the ACRL session because I've always been into academic libraries but NMRT's is great too). ALA 101 sessions are invaluable because they are friendly spaces for new members, presenters help clarify the ALA structure, and usually there is an opportunity to mingle.
Go to Meetings and Not Just the One's on Your Schedule
During Annual I went to some of the committee meetings and presentations on my schedule, but I ended up going to more that I heard about from those at the 101 session and from socials. Most importantly, at the meetings/sessions, I participated. As a newbee it can be a little scary to speak-up, but people pay attention if you do. If you want to be involved either on a committee or in the discussion you have to be willing speak (Steven Bell thinks so too). Don’t be afraid to speak-up, shake someone’s hand, or ask about being involved.
Socials/Networking
Socials are the bread and butter of conferences for a lot of reasons; one they're fun and casual ways to meet new people; two you never know who's going to be there; three they're good places to find out what's going on behind the scenes. They're also great opportunities to ask someone who's been there. During my very first session I struck up a conversation with an ACRL member who was willing sit down with me and quite literally outline the committee structures and suggested some groups to check out (I now co-lead one of them).
The Hard Part
If leaders in ALA don't know you want to be a part of the process, you'll never will be. You have to actually contact them. Send an email, post to a group on ALA Connect, find someone on Twitter, friend someone on Facebook. It doesn't take much. Just let the right person know that you're willing to contribute, and they'll probably take you up on it. For me it was just a matter of sending a few emails after the conference.
From ALA NMRT's SASCO Update #3. Check out the SASCO Update #4 and the SCALA blog later this month for Part 2.
Sunday, February 19, 2012
Student Scholarship - ACLCP 2012 Spring Conference "Embracing the Customs & Culture of the Digital Native / Google in the College Library"
The ACLCP 2012 Spring Conference sounds great—and you could go for free! Read on for details.
If you attend and are interested in writing a blog post for SCALA about your experience, let us know at drexelscala[at]gmail.com. If you're not in PA or can't make it, follow the Twitter hashtag #ACLCP.
To apply, complete the form at: http://j.mp/aclcp12-springscholarship
If you attend and are interested in writing a blog post for SCALA about your experience, let us know at drexelscala[at]gmail.com. If you're not in PA or can't make it, follow the Twitter hashtag #ACLCP.
Attention Library School Students! You are cordially invited to apply to be a guest of the Associated College Libraries of Central Pennsylvania for our Spring 2012 meeting. 10 scholarship will be awarded to cover full registration with continental breakfast and lunch. Carpooling is encouraged and complimentary shuttle service is available from Megabus stop. Full event information is included below. *Deadline for scholarship applications is February 29th*
To apply, complete the form at: http://j.mp/aclcp12-springscholarship
Friday, February 10, 2012
Scholarship: The Acquisitions Institute Conference
The Acquisitions Institute is sponsoring a scholarship for a student currently enrolled in library school to attend the Acquisitions Institute at Timberline Lodge Conference on May 19-22, 2012 in Mount Hood, OR.
Students must submit a 300 word essay telling the Acquisitions Institute about themselves and why attendance at the Acquisitions Institute would benefit them. Applications should be submitted to planning@acquisitionsinstitute.org by March 5, 2012 to be considered for the scholarship.
The Scholarship will cover the Institute registration including meals, Timberline Lodge accommodations, plus up to $300.00 in travel expenses (reimbursed from receipts).
The Acquisitions Institute is a 3 day conference that focuses on the building and managing of library collections.
More information about the Institute, including the preliminary program for 2012, can be found at: http://www.acquisitionsinstitute.org/home
If you have any questions please contact: planning@acquisitionsinstitute.org
Students must submit a 300 word essay telling the Acquisitions Institute about themselves and why attendance at the Acquisitions Institute would benefit them. Applications should be submitted to planning@acquisitionsinstitute.org by March 5, 2012 to be considered for the scholarship.
The Scholarship will cover the Institute registration including meals, Timberline Lodge accommodations, plus up to $300.00 in travel expenses (reimbursed from receipts).
The Acquisitions Institute is a 3 day conference that focuses on the building and managing of library collections.
More information about the Institute, including the preliminary program for 2012, can be found at: http://www.acquisitionsinstitute.org/home
If you have any questions please contact: planning@acquisitionsinstitute.org
Monday, February 6, 2012
Public Library Association Conference in Philly - March 13-17, 2012
The Public Library Association (PLA) conference is March 13 - 17 at the Philadelphia Convention Center. There's a great schedule of speakers and events—including a closing session with Betty White!
Check out the web site for the complete schedule: http://placonference.org.
Student Registration Discount
If you'd like to attend, the student rate for current ALA members is just $105 for all three days (both advance and day of). Single day tickets are available for $80 (until Feb. 10) / $85 (after Feb.10).
Register here: http://www.placonference.org/registration
Volunteer
If you'd like to save some money, you can also volunteer at the conference, helping out at the information booth, the PLA store, or with registration bag stuffing. Volunteers get an exhibits plus badge, which gets them into the exhibit hall, as well as the opening and closing sessions and the all- conference reception. This is a great option for students who can't take advantage of the membership discount to still attend the conference.
Volunteer info: http://placonference.org/volunteer
Virtual Conference
Can't make it to Philly? The PLA 2012 Virtual Conference will consist of live programming on Thursday, March 15 and Friday, March 16, including five hour-long programs each day, plus author interviews, poster sessions, and opportunities for networking. Programs are chosen from among the highest rated in PLA’s session preference survey. Each day also will include a closing session "happy hour" event for attendees to get together and discuss the day's programming. The student registration rate is $85.
Virtual Conference info and registration:
http://www.placonference.org/virtualconference
Hope to see you there! Conferences are great ways to network with others in the field and get involved professionally.
Sunday, January 15, 2012
More Professional & Job Search Resources
The Job Hunt
The ALA JobLIST Direct, the free bi-weekly e-newsletter from ALA JobLIST! The newsletter keeps you up to date on what’s going on with job-seeking and hiring in the profession—including information on new publications, professional development offerings and opportunities to connect and network. Sign up for it here:
http://ala.informz.net/ala/profile.asp?fid=1494
ALA JobLIST Placement Center at ALA Midwinter
If you’re looking for a job or a new employee, in addition to the networking possibilities at ALA Midwinter Meeting (Dallas, TX, January 20-24, 2012), the ALA JobLIST Placement Center is an excellent resource, with all services free to job seekers. Provided by the ALA Office for Human Resource Development and Recruitment (HRDR), the Placement Center will be open on the Saturday and Sunday of the meeting, with an orientation on Saturday at 8:30am. January 21.
Job seekers should register and search for jobs on the JobLIST website at http://joblist.ala.org . Registration (recommended but not required) will give registered employers access to your resume information. It also allows for direct communication between job seekers and employers.
How to become an Essential Librarian
by Branne Kirsh
Published in the November issue of Endnotes: The Journal of the New Members Round Table 2, no. 1 http://bit.ly/uGxgJw
I Need a Library Job Launches Website
Read the blog about locating a library job, connect with others, and see the jobs list all in on place. http://inalj.com/
When Looking for a Library Branch out!
We all know that finding a job after library school can be tough, by expanding your search beyond the traditional library, you expose yourself to more opportunities and just might find the perfect job in an expected place. Here are a few places to look for jobs outside the traditional library realm.
The ALA JobLIST Direct, the free bi-weekly e-newsletter from ALA JobLIST! The newsletter keeps you up to date on what’s going on with job-seeking and hiring in the profession—including information on new publications, professional development offerings and opportunities to connect and network. Sign up for it here:
http://ala.informz.net/ala/profile.asp?fid=1494
ALA JobLIST Placement Center at ALA Midwinter
If you’re looking for a job or a new employee, in addition to the networking possibilities at ALA Midwinter Meeting (Dallas, TX, January 20-24, 2012), the ALA JobLIST Placement Center is an excellent resource, with all services free to job seekers. Provided by the ALA Office for Human Resource Development and Recruitment (HRDR), the Placement Center will be open on the Saturday and Sunday of the meeting, with an orientation on Saturday at 8:30am. January 21.
Job seekers should register and search for jobs on the JobLIST website at http://joblist.ala.org . Registration (recommended but not required) will give registered employers access to your resume information. It also allows for direct communication between job seekers and employers.
How to become an Essential Librarian
by Branne Kirsh
Published in the November issue of Endnotes: The Journal of the New Members Round Table 2, no. 1 http://bit.ly/uGxgJw
I Need a Library Job Launches Website
Read the blog about locating a library job, connect with others, and see the jobs list all in on place. http://inalj.com/
When Looking for a Library Branch out!
We all know that finding a job after library school can be tough, by expanding your search beyond the traditional library, you expose yourself to more opportunities and just might find the perfect job in an expected place. Here are a few places to look for jobs outside the traditional library realm.
- USA Jobs: The US Government has libraries at every agency and hires MLIS graduates for all sorts of information related jobs. All applications and job announcements for the Federal Government are posted at USA Jobs.
- LAC Group Hires for companies across the US. Some jobs are temporary but many are permanent positions.
- AIM Library Staff: A placement company that works with private organizations throughout the US.
- NonProfits: Nonprofits often hire researchers and other positions perfectly suited for someone with an MLIS. Search for nonprofit jobs here or on individual organization websites.
- Publishers: Like nonprofits, publishers are looking for talented folks for work with copyright, research, and much more. Take a look here or on individual company websites.
Thursday, March 3, 2011
"Beyond Books" Graduate Fellowships Available
Check out this fantastic opportunity to attend "Beyond Books: News, Literacy, Democracy & America's Libraries." Apply for one of 10 fellowships which will pay for registration, travel, and lodging for the event in Cambridge, MA, April 6-8, at the MIT Center for Future Civic Media.
For more information, go to http://journalismthatmatters.org/biblionews/2011/03/03/fellowships/
Applications are due March 15.
For more information, go to http://journalismthatmatters.org/biblionews/2011/03/03/fellowships/
Applications are due March 15.
Sunday, October 31, 2010
ACRL Conference Scholarships
More Than 80 Scholarships Available for the 2011 ACRL Conference
To facilitate attendance in Philly, ACRL is offering more than 80 scholarships exceeding $40,000 in value to support participation in the conference for librarians, students, Spectrum Scholars, and support staff.
There are five scholarship categories, and all applications must be received by November 9, 2010.
Visit the scholarships section of the conference website for more details.
To facilitate attendance in Philly, ACRL is offering more than 80 scholarships exceeding $40,000 in value to support participation in the conference for librarians, students, Spectrum Scholars, and support staff.
There are five scholarship categories, and all applications must be received by November 9, 2010.
Visit the scholarships section of the conference website for more details.
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