CFP: Illinois Association of College & Research Libraries Conference: Raise Your Voice: Librarians in the Lead (Chicago March 18, 2016) - Deadline Nov 16

The Illinois Association of College & Research Libraries Conference Committee is seeking program submissions for the 2016 IACRL Conference: Raise Your Voice: Librarians in the Lead. The conference takes place on March 18, 2016 at the Marriott Chicago O’Hare. We are currently accepting proposals for Presentations, Panels, and Lightning Rounds. Submissions are due November 16, 2015. Accepted proposals will be notified by December 16, 2015.

The Illinois Association of College & Research Libraries Conference Committee is seeking program submissions for the 2016 IACRL Conference: Raise Your Voice: Librarians in the Lead. The conference takes place on March 18, 2016 at the Marriott Chicago O’Hare. We are currently accepting proposals for Presentations, Panels, and Lightning Rounds. Submissions are due November 16, 2015. Accepted proposals will be notified by December 16, 2015.

Raise Your Voice by submitting your proposal HERE

If you have any questions or comments, please contact Steve Brantley jsbrantley@eiu.edu or Sarah Sagmoen at sarah.sagmoen@uis.edu.

Program Types:

Presentation:

This format allows 1-3 speakers who have collaborated, to describe ongoing or completed research, or a project designed to address a single issue or problem. Presenters should describe the issue that inspired the project or research, the results, and the conclusions reached. Presenters will have 60 minutes, including time for questions and answers.

Panel Discussion:

The panel discussion format is more conversational and interactive. It is an ideal way for 4-5 speakers to present different approaches to the same issue or to share a variety of perspectives on the same topic. Panelists should encourage active participation and discussion by incorporating questions to attendees and each other throughout the session. Panels will have a total of 60 minutes, including time spent on questions and answers.

Lightning Round:

The lightning round is an opportunity to share your knowledge, experience, or expertise on a specific topic in a fast and focused presentation. Presenters will have 5 minutes to speak and 5 minutes for questions. Slides may be used, but are not required.