The ACRL University Libraries Section Current Topics Discussion Group will meet virtually in Spring 2021. We are inviting proposals for virtual presentations. Possible formats might include either lightning talks (10-15 minutes) or full session talks (30-45 minutes). Presentations should be focused on issues and problems of current interest to university libraries and librarians.
Please submit your proposal by January 29, 2021 via the submission form. If you have any questions please contact the Discussion Group Convener, Sara Scheib, at sara-scheib@uiowa.edu.
Possible topics may include (but are not limited to):
*University libraries and post-COVID transformation
*University library projects or programs related to diversity, equity, accessibility, and inclusion
*Current trends in scholarly communication
*Services supporting first-generation/low income students
*Support for undergraduate research opportunities
*Services for graduate students
*Changing public service models
*Partnerships/collaborations with non-library partners
*Virtual instruction, programming, and outreach
*Textbook affordability and Open Educational Resources (OER)
*Change management and morale
Thank you!
Current Topics Discussion Group:
Sara Scheib (Convener)
Sarah Clark
Mandi Goodsett
Meredith Knoff
Rebecca Starkey
