Music Reference Services Quarterly (MRSQ), a peer reviewed journal published by Taylor and Francis is seeking a new electronic resources review editor. Responsibilities include:
· maintaining awareness of current electronic resources in music
· identifying reviewers
· locating electronic resources and assigning them to reviewers
· providing reviewing guidance to electronic resource reviewers
· processing and filing copyright transfer forms
· editing the electronic resource reviews
· submitting the edited reviews and review forms to Taylor & Francis
· final review proofreading
The electronic resources review editor reports to the co-editors of Music Reference Services Quarterly. While the applicant pool is not limited to librarians currently working in music libraries, music background is required. Some editorial experience is desirable but not required. MRSQ maintains a list of current electronic resource reviewers and the electronic resource editor has full support of the editorial board members as well as the rest of the editorial team. Interested applicants should send a short letter of interest and a copy of their CV to editors: Ana Dubnjakovic (ana@mailbox.sc.edu) and Michelle Hahn (mhahn@smu.edu). Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
Friday, September 12, 2014
Monday, September 08, 2014
Conference Announcement and CFP: 2nd Annual Library Publishing Forum
Conference Announcement and CFP: 2nd Annual Library Publishing Forum
Date: March 29-30, 2015
Location: Portland State University, Portland, Oregon
Conference Website: http://www.
We are pleased to announce the second annual Library Publishing Forum and issue a call for presentation proposals. This year’s theme is Creating and Supporting Sustainable Publishing Programs and we invite proposals for a variety of formats and relevant topics. For further details, please see this website.
This event will bring together representatives from libraries engaged in (or considering) publishing initiatives to define and address major questions and challenges; to identify and document collaborative opportunities; to strengthen and promote this community of practice; and to advance this vibrant subfield of academic publishing.
We encourage library publishers (and friends of library publishing) to submit proposals and/or attend the Forum, including both administrators and technical staff charged with this important scholarly communications function. The Library Publishing Forum
Please check the website for registration information.
Dan Lee
Director, Office of Copyright Management and Scholarly Communication,
University of Arizona
Friday, September 05, 2014
Reference Reviews: Call for Peer Reviewers and Submissions
Reference Reviews: Call for Peer Reviewers and Submissions
PEER REVIEW:
Reference Reviews, an Emerald journal with an international scope, is seeking peer reviewers to expand its Editorial Board for the 2014-2015 year. In addition to the key function of reviewing submitted manuscripts, Peer Review Board members also provide input on the strategic direction and workflows of the journal. The journal’s scope includes reference materials in all formats and subject areas, and its primary audience is made up of librarians, information professionals, and managers/administrators.
Qualifications & Duties: Previous editorial/review experience is preferred, but not required. Reviewers should be currently practicing or former librarians, information professionals, and/or subject specialists. Board members will be assigned no more than one article per month for review, comment, and recommendation; timely turnaround and reliable communication are essential. It is expected that individuals agreeing to serve on the Board do so for the entire year for which they have committed. It is not required, but Board members are also strongly encouraged to solicit submissions for and promote the journal.
SUBMISSIONS:Manuscripts should focus on reference sources (as opposed to reference processes). Topic examples include, but are by no means limited to:
1. An overview survey or annotated bibliography of a particular format, type, or subject area of reference sources
2. A comparative review of two or more sources in a particular subject area
3. A viewpoint article about a range of resources or type of resource
4. Any other type of article which has as its primary focus a discussion of reference and information resources
Articles which are international in scope are particularly desirable. The word count is 2000 minimum, with 3000 being the average.
If you are interested in becoming a peer reviewer for Reference Reviews, wish to submit a manuscript, have questions or would like further information in either of these areas, please contact Bethany Latham, blatham@jsu.edu.
More information about the journal can be found at: http://emeraldgrouppublishing.
Regards,
Bethany Latham
Internet Editor, Reference Reviews
Call for Chapters (3 books on Library Volunteers, Financial Literacy and Genealogy)
1. Attracting, Retaining, and Maximizing Library Volunteers
Book Publisher: McFarland
Carol Smallwood, co-editor; Bringing the Arts Into the Library (American Library Association, 2014); public library administrator, special, school librarian.
Lura Sanborn, co-editor; contributor, Women, Work, and the Web (Scarecrow Press, forthcoming); public, academic, school librarian
Chapters sought from U.S. and Canadian practicing academic, public, school, special librarians sharing practical know-how how to make the most effective help from volunteers in tight economic times with staff cuts. Chapters are encouraged that could apply to more than one type of library-that is, be useful to public, school, special, LIS faculty, especially award winning volunteer efforts, case studies.
Possible topics: programming for different age groups; special events; training and continuing education; recognition reinforcement; policies and manuals; literacy outreach; recruitment and interviewing; scheduling; technology, and legal concerns.
Concise, how-to chapters using bullets, headings, based on experience to help colleagues; creativity, innovation are highly valued. No previously published, simultaneously submitted material; One, two, or three authors per chapter; if two chapters they are to be by the same author(s). Compensation: one complimentary copy per 3,000-4,000 word accepted submission no matter how many co-authors, discount on more copies.
Please e-mail 2-3 topic proposals each described in 2-3 sentences by September 30, 2014 with brief biography sketch(s). Please place VOLUNTEERS/your name, on the subject line: smallwood@tm.net
2. Possible title: The Library's Role in Supporting Financial Literacy for Patrons
We are exploring for interest in a possible anthology by Rowman & Littlefield Publishers about librarians working to help patrons with financial literacy. Possible topics include:
What is financial literacy and why should we care?
Financial literacy: do libraries have a role?
Collection development to support patron financial literacy
Seeking and using collaborators in the financial industry
Job hunting help
Tax preparation programs
Any specific topic that touches on financial literacy
Recognizing fraud:
Case studies, what works and what doesn't
Case studies for supporting financial literacy in libraries
If you can contribute a 3,000-4,000 word chapter, (with 1 or 2 co-authors or solo) please send 1-3 topics/short paragraph(s)/bio for each author of what you could contribute to: smallwood@tm.net by September 30, 2014 with FIN as Subject. Complimentary copy per accepted chapter.
3. Possible title: A Librarian's Genealogical Guide to Outreach for Ethnic Populations
We are exploring for interest in a possible anthology by Rowman & Littlefield Publishers about librarians working with local historical and genealogical societies. Possible topics include:
Local societies: who are they, where are they, what do they do?
Multicultural issues in genealogy and how to deal with them
Primary sources for finding ancestors or the genealogy of ethnic groups: American Indian, African American, Jewish or others
Partnering with local societies
Preservation problems in ethnic genealogy and local history
How to initiate cooperative projects diplomatically
Case studies, what works and what doesn't:
Case studies for library and historical society collaboration
Case studies for library and genealogical society collaboration
If you can contribute a 3,000-4,000 word chapter, (with 1 or 2 co-authors or solo) please send 1-3 topics/short paragraph(s)/bio for each author of what you could contribute to: smallwood@tm.net by September 30, 2014 with GEN as subject. Complimentary copy per accepted chapter.
Book Publisher: McFarland
Carol Smallwood, co-editor; Bringing the Arts Into the Library (American Library Association, 2014); public library administrator, special, school librarian.
Lura Sanborn, co-editor; contributor, Women, Work, and the Web (Scarecrow Press, forthcoming); public, academic, school librarian
Chapters sought from U.S. and Canadian practicing academic, public, school, special librarians sharing practical know-how how to make the most effective help from volunteers in tight economic times with staff cuts. Chapters are encouraged that could apply to more than one type of library-that is, be useful to public, school, special, LIS faculty, especially award winning volunteer efforts, case studies.
Possible topics: programming for different age groups; special events; training and continuing education; recognition reinforcement; policies and manuals; literacy outreach; recruitment and interviewing; scheduling; technology, and legal concerns.
Concise, how-to chapters using bullets, headings, based on experience to help colleagues; creativity, innovation are highly valued. No previously published, simultaneously submitted material; One, two, or three authors per chapter; if two chapters they are to be by the same author(s). Compensation: one complimentary copy per 3,000-4,000 word accepted submission no matter how many co-authors, discount on more copies.
Please e-mail 2-3 topic proposals each described in 2-3 sentences by September 30, 2014 with brief biography sketch(s). Please place VOLUNTEERS/your name, on the subject line: smallwood@tm.net
2. Possible title: The Library's Role in Supporting Financial Literacy for Patrons
We are exploring for interest in a possible anthology by Rowman & Littlefield Publishers about librarians working to help patrons with financial literacy. Possible topics include:
What is financial literacy and why should we care?
Financial literacy: do libraries have a role?
Collection development to support patron financial literacy
Seeking and using collaborators in the financial industry
Job hunting help
Tax preparation programs
Any specific topic that touches on financial literacy
Recognizing fraud:
Case studies, what works and what doesn't
Case studies for supporting financial literacy in libraries
If you can contribute a 3,000-4,000 word chapter, (with 1 or 2 co-authors or solo) please send 1-3 topics/short paragraph(s)/bio for each author of what you could contribute to: smallwood@tm.net by September 30, 2014 with FIN as Subject. Complimentary copy per accepted chapter.
3. Possible title: A Librarian's Genealogical Guide to Outreach for Ethnic Populations
We are exploring for interest in a possible anthology by Rowman & Littlefield Publishers about librarians working with local historical and genealogical societies. Possible topics include:
Local societies: who are they, where are they, what do they do?
Multicultural issues in genealogy and how to deal with them
Primary sources for finding ancestors or the genealogy of ethnic groups: American Indian, African American, Jewish or others
Partnering with local societies
Preservation problems in ethnic genealogy and local history
How to initiate cooperative projects diplomatically
Case studies, what works and what doesn't:
Case studies for library and historical society collaboration
Case studies for library and genealogical society collaboration
If you can contribute a 3,000-4,000 word chapter, (with 1 or 2 co-authors or solo) please send 1-3 topics/short paragraph(s)/bio for each author of what you could contribute to: smallwood@tm.net by September 30, 2014 with GEN as subject. Complimentary copy per accepted chapter.
Thursday, September 04, 2014
CFP: Michigan Library Association Spring Institute 2015 - Growing, Networking and Inspiring! (March 26 – 27, 2015 - Ann Arbor, Michigan)
CFP: Michigan Library Association Spring Institute 2015 - Growing, Networking and Inspiring! (March 26 – 27, 2015 - Ann Arbor, Michigan)
March 26 – 27, 2015
Sheraton Ann Arbor Hotel
Ann Arbor, Michigan
CFP URL: http://www.milibraries.org/prof-development-networking/spring-institute/call-for-proposals/
March 26 – 27, 2015
Sheraton Ann Arbor Hotel
Ann Arbor, Michigan
CFP URL: http://www.milibraries.org/prof-development-networking/spring-institute/call-for-proposals/
Call for Breakout Session Program Proposals
Submissions welcome through October 23, 2014
The MLA Spring Institute 2015 Conference theme is Growing, Networking and Inspiring, reflecting the experiences that the event will focus on. The conference will work to achieve the following goals and outcomes.
- Provide quality professional development for those serving youth in libraries.
- Attendees will gain at least three ideas that they can apply or adapt at their libraries.
- Enable an opportunity for those serving youth in libraries to exchange relevant, actionable knowledge through networking.
- Attendees will connect with new professional contacts with whom they can exchange ideas.
- Attendees will build professional relationships that will provide future support.
- Revitalize and inspire those serving youth in libraries.
- Attendees will return to their library with renewed enthusiasm for their work.
Program Submission General Guidelines
- Program submitter may or may not also be the presenter. Either is acceptable.
- Communications by MLA will be to all members who are a part of your submission. Contact information is required for each presenter.
- Presenters are not reimbursed or compensated for session time, mileage, or any other such item.
- Presenters must register for the day(s) they attend Spring Institute if they intend to stay beyond their allotted presentation time.
For more information - please see CFP URL: http://www.milibraries.org/prof-development-networking/spring-institute/call-for-proposals/
CFP: Michigan Library Association Academic Libraries 2015 (May 28-29, 2015 - Bay City, Michigan)
CFP: Michigan Library Association Academic Libraries 2015 (May 28-29, 2015 - Bay City, Michigan)
CFP URL: http://www.milibraries.org/prof-development-networking/academic-libraries/call-for-proposals-posters/
Michigan Library Association Academic Libraries 2015
May 28-29, 2015
Double Tree by Hilton
Bay City - Riverfront
Bay City, Michigan
CFP URL: http://www.milibraries.org/prof-development-networking/academic-libraries/call-for-proposals-posters/
Michigan Library Association Academic Libraries 2015
May 28-29, 2015
Double Tree by Hilton
Bay City - Riverfront
Bay City, Michigan
Call For Program/Poster Proposals
Do you have a great project, skill set or idea to share with your academic library community? Faced a challenge or implemented a solution that would benefit your library colleagues? Consider submitting a presentation or poster proposal for the Michigan Library Association Academic Libraries Conference to be held May 28 and 29, 2015 in Bay City, Michigan.
We’re interested in thoughtful proposals on topics in every area of librarianship, addressing the range of issues of critical concern to academic libraries. We’d like representation across the spectrum of academic librarianship: from the development of BibFrame to the expansion of PDA/DDA, from new methods of electronic resource management to the integration of MOOCS, to ARL’s ‘New Roles for New Times’ liaison model. Broad participation is encouraged from librarians, staff and administrators from all types of academic libraries (including but not limited to public universities, private colleges and community colleges).
We’re interested in thoughtful proposals on topics in every area of librarianship, addressing the range of issues of critical concern to academic libraries. We’d like representation across the spectrum of academic librarianship: from the development of BibFrame to the expansion of PDA/DDA, from new methods of electronic resource management to the integration of MOOCS, to ARL’s ‘New Roles for New Times’ liaison model. Broad participation is encouraged from librarians, staff and administrators from all types of academic libraries (including but not limited to public universities, private colleges and community colleges).
Proposals should include a description of no more than 300 words and an abstract of no more than 75 words, along with at least one learning outcome. Proposals will be evaluated on relevance to academic library profession, originality and creativity, and clarity/applicability of content and outcomes.
The submission deadline for presentations is November 3. Submit program proposals here.
The submission deadline for presentations is November 3. Submit program proposals here.
The deadline for poster proposals is February 9. Submit poster proposals here.
Feel free to post and share this call for proposals to colleagues who are doing work that Michigan Librarians should know about! We're looking forward to seeing you!
Call for Jurors
Want to contribute to the 2014 Michigan Library Association Academic Libraries Conference? Consider volunteering to be a juror! We're looking for jurors for both the Programs and Poster sessions.
The Academic Libraries Work Group is looking for volunteers from a variety of academic libraries (community colleges, private institutions, public universities, etc…) and roles (technical services, reference services, administration, etc…) to evaluate and rank proposals based on a provided rubric. Jurors must be current MLA members, and would be required to read and evaluate program proposals between November 10th and December 1st, and poster proposals between February 16th and March 9th.
If you’re interested in participating, please email Jill Spreitzer (werdeljc@udmercy.edu) or Ellen Mueller (ellenkw@umich.edu) (please do not reply to the list) with the following information by Monday, November 3, 2014:
Your name
Desired role: proposal juror or poster juror
Your library type (community college, college, university, other—specify)
Your job specialty (management, instruction, cataloging, reference, etc)
The Academic Libraries Work Group is looking for volunteers from a variety of academic libraries (community colleges, private institutions, public universities, etc…) and roles (technical services, reference services, administration, etc…) to evaluate and rank proposals based on a provided rubric. Jurors must be current MLA members, and would be required to read and evaluate program proposals between November 10th and December 1st, and poster proposals between February 16th and March 9th.
If you’re interested in participating, please email Jill Spreitzer (werdeljc@udmercy.edu) or Ellen Mueller (ellenkw@umich.edu) (please do not reply to the list) with the following information by Monday, November 3, 2014:
Your name
Desired role: proposal juror or poster juror
Your library type (community college, college, university, other—specify)
Your job specialty (management, instruction, cataloging, reference, etc)
CFP: Computers in Libraries 2015 (SyncUp: Technology & Libraries for Community Success)
CFP: Computers in Libraries 2015
March 23-25, 2015
Washington, D.C.
CFP URL: http://www.infotoday.com/CIL2015/CallForSpeakers.asp
Deadline - September 12, 2014
SyncUp: Technology & Libraries for Community Success
Time is running out for your chance to share your ideas!
If you would like to participate in Computers in Libraries 2015 as a speaker or workshop leader, please submit a proposal as soon as possible (September 12, 2014 at the very latest).
CFP URL: http://www.infotoday.com/CIL2015/CallForSpeakers.asp
March 23-25, 2015
Washington, D.C.
CFP URL: http://www.infotoday.com/CIL2015/CallForSpeakers.asp
Deadline - September 12, 2014
SyncUp: Technology & Libraries for Community Success
Time is running out for your chance to share your ideas!
For thirty years Computers in Libraries has been bringing together librarians; information technology and systems professionals; internet and web gurus; information curators, designers and architects; archivists and museum professionals; and many more people interested in how technology can enable libraries to be strong community partners whether they are in public libraries, post-secondary or school libraries, corporate or government libraries, medical or law libraries.
Information Today, Inc., a key provider of technology conferences for more than thirty years with Internet Librarianand KMWorld, is pleased to announce the 30th annual and anniversary Computers in Libraries – the most comprehensive North American conference and exhibition concentrating all aspects of library technology. Libraries are all about communities, about bringing people and resources together for learning, growing and entertainment; basically synching up for success! Computers in Libraries 2015 continues a long tradition of looking at emerging technologies, hearing from bleeding edge practitioners, and sharing case studies of innovative libraries, and insights from information industry leaders and watchers. Our programs are practical so that participants can apply what they learn at the conference in their communities. Join us and celebrate 30 years of library success!
Computers in Libraries highlights the creative solutions, technologies and practices that those working with computers in libraries or libraries in computers are dealing with today. It caters to all interests and all levels of knowledge, offering five simultaneous tracks plus many workshops, networking opportunities, and an extensive exhibit hall. This year’s tracks and themes encompass: Innovative Libraries & Practices; Internet @Schools; Community Engagement: Partnerships & Collaboration; Social Media, Learning & Literacy; Creative Making & Makerspaces; Digital Library Services; Integrating Systems & Strategies; Information Discovery & Search; Technology Planning; Managing Content & eResrouces; Web Tools & Leading Edge Technology; Architecture & Infrastructure; Managing Information and Knowledge Assets; eLearning & Training; Web Design & Development; Streaming Multimedia; and more. Speakers are knowledgeable, authoritative and focus on practical applications, “how to” solutions, and case studies as well as technical and managerial issues. Please consider sharing your knowledge, experiences and ideas; send us a proposal to speak. Below are some of the topics we hope to cover, but don’t let this list limit your imagination! We look forward to hearing from you.
If you would like to participate in Computers in Libraries 2015 as a speaker or workshop leader, please submit a proposal as soon as possible (September 12, 2014 at the very latest).
CFP URL: http://www.infotoday.com/CIL2015/CallForSpeakers.asp
Friday, August 29, 2014
ALA Midwinter Mobile Interest Group Call for Virtual Presentations
Call for Virtual Participation: American Library Association LITA Mobile Computing Interest Group Presentations
Date & Time: 1 week prior to ALA Mid-Winter Meeting (January)
Location: Virtual/Online
Location: Virtual/Online
***This “meeting" is virtual and held one week prior to Mid-Winter -Physical attendance IS NOT required.***
The LITA Mobile Computing Interest Group seeks 4-5 short presentations (15 minutes each) on “Enhancing Library Instruction with Mobile Devices” for the upcoming ALA Mid-Winter Conference . This conference is virtual and held one week prior to Mid-Winter - physical attendance IS NOT required.
We are looking for presentations about what you’ve done, what you plan to do, best practices, or other topics related to instruction and mobile devices. All presentations suggestions will be considered.
We are looking for presentations about what you’ve done, what you plan to do, best practices, or other topics related to instruction and mobile devices. All presentations suggestions will be considered.
To submit your presentation topic for consideration, please fill out the online form before October 1, 2014. http://osuvalleylibrary.
Wednesday, August 27, 2014
CALL FOR CONTRIBUTIONS: Strategic Planning and Assessment Column (Journal of Library Administration)
CALL FOR CONTRIBUTIONS: Strategic Planning and Assessment Column (Journal of Library Administration)
The Journal of Library Administration is currently seeking articles and proposals for the journal’s “Strategic Planning and Assessment” column.
The “Strategic Planning and Assessment” column focuses on all aspects of planning and assessment including (but not limited to) components, methods, approaches, trends, tools and training in all types of libraries.
FOLLOW THIS LINK for the complete call for contributions and instructions for submission.
The Journal of Library Administration is the primary source of information on the effective management of libraries. Stressing the practical, this forward-looking journal provides information that library administrators need to efficiently and effectively manage their organizations.
For more information about this journal, please visit the journal’s webpage: www.tandfonline.com/wjla
Thursday, August 21, 2014
CFP: Discovery Tools Now and in the Future: An Online Conference
CFP: Discovery Tools Now and in the Future: An Online Conference
When: November 18, 2014
Where: Online
Admission: Free for Amigos members, but all are welcome!
Where: Online
Admission: Free for Amigos members, but all are welcome!
Amigos is currently looking for speakers for our Tuesday, November 18th online conference focusing on the impact of discovery tools on the user experience.
Libraries have long been a bridge to connecting their communities to information resources. One of the promises of discovery tools is heightened visibility of library resources and ease of use on the part of the user.
Public and academic libraries continue to maintain diverse and specialized collections to meet their user's demands. This conference will look at how the experience of adopting a discovery tool has affected specific libraries, e.g., lessons learned, and will provide insight on where discovery is headed.
Has your library implemented a discovery tool? Are you assessing the user's experience with discovery tools? Have you worked through any implementation issues that would be helpful to others? Have you developed an evaluation criteria for selecting a discovery tool? If you can speak on one of these topics or if you have another idea, complete the following form http://www.amigos.org/node/
Online events eliminate your travel time by allowing you to present from the comfort of your office. Don’t worry if you’ve never presented online; it's easy and we are happy to help you.
If you have any questions about the conference topic or presenting at an online conference, please contact Arta Kabashi at kabashi@amigos.org or 800-843-8482, ext.2857.
Monday, August 18, 2014
CFP: The Business of Libraries - SPECIAL ISSUE OF COLLEGE & UNDERGRADUATE LIBRARIES
CFP: The Business of Libraries - SPECIAL ISSUE OF COLLEGE & UNDERGRADUATE LIBRARIES
College & Undergraduate Libraries, a Taylor & Francis peer-reviewed publication, invites proposals for articles to be published in a special issue addressing:
The Business of Libraries
The issue will be edited by Melinda Dermody (mdermo01@syr.edu) at Syracuse University Libraries.
Authors may focus on any “business” trend, initiative or aspect of academic libraries. Possible article topics include, but are not limited to:
- Branding; marketing ; PR
- Use of human and fiscal resources
- Impact of the global economy
- Diversification; mergers
- Organizational change; change leadership
- Growing leaders; succession planning
- Business modeling; strategic positioning; leveraging
- Development; fundraising; advancement
- Innovation; entrepreneurship; value-added services
- Understanding, reaching and serving our customers
- Business literacy for library leaders
- Return on investment; business principles
- Managing and using data
Articles may be theoretical or ideological discussions; case studies; best practices; research studies; opinion pieces or position papers.
Proposal should include an abstract of 500 words; up to six keywords describing the article; author contact information.
Articles should be in the range of 20 double-spaced pages in length. Please consult the following link that contains instructions for authors: http://www.tandfonline.com/
Submit proposals to Melinda Dermody (mdermo01@syr.edu) by September 30, 2014. Please do not submit proposals using Scholar One. First drafts of accepted proposals will be due by March 16, 2015. The issue will be published in the fall of 2015. Feel free to contact Melinda Dermody with any questions you may have.
Melinda Dermody
Head, Access & Resource Sharing
Syracuse University Libraries
Thursday, August 14, 2014
CFP: Catholic Library World
Submissions are being accepted on an ongoing basis for upcoming issues of Catholic Library World.
Catholic Library World is the official journal of the Catholic Library Association. Established in 1929, CLW is an international refereed quarterly journal. CLW publishes articles that focus on all aspects of librarianship, especially as it relates to Catholicism and Catholic Studies. CLW articles are intended for an audience that is interested in the broad role and impact of various types of libraries, including, but not limited to academic, public, theological, parish and church libraries, and school libraries. CLW respects diverse Christian traditions as well as non-Christian and welcomes relevant articles from a variety of religious traditions.
The preferred method for submitting manuscripts is as a word-processed attachment in e-mail. Author’s full name, affiliation, and e-mail address must accompany any manuscript submission.
Articles should provide something new to the existing literature. The word count should be 3500- 5000 words and should adhere to The Chicago Manual of Style (humanities is preferred). The style should be accessible and well-documented.
Submission deadline: Submissions are ongoing.
For more information, visit this website: http://www.cathla.org/about/
Send submissions and queries to: Sigrid Kelsey, General Editor, sigridkelsey@gmail.com
Catholic Library World is the official journal of the Catholic Library Association. Established in 1929, CLW is an international refereed quarterly journal. CLW publishes articles that focus on all aspects of librarianship, especially as it relates to Catholicism and Catholic Studies. CLW articles are intended for an audience that is interested in the broad role and impact of various types of libraries, including, but not limited to academic, public, theological, parish and church libraries, and school libraries. CLW respects diverse Christian traditions as well as non-Christian and welcomes relevant articles from a variety of religious traditions.
The preferred method for submitting manuscripts is as a word-processed attachment in e-mail. Author’s full name, affiliation, and e-mail address must accompany any manuscript submission.
Articles should provide something new to the existing literature. The word count should be 3500- 5000 words and should adhere to The Chicago Manual of Style (humanities is preferred). The style should be accessible and well-documented.
Submission deadline: Submissions are ongoing.
For more information, visit this website: http://www.cathla.org/about/
Send submissions and queries to: Sigrid Kelsey, General Editor, sigridkelsey@gmail.com
Call for Poster Session Proposals: The Academic Librarian in the Open Access Future
Call for Poster Session Proposals: The Academic Librarian in the Open Access Future
The Greater New York Chapter of the
Association of College and Research Libraries 2014 Symposium
Friday, December 5, 2014
The 2014 ACRL/NY Annual Symposium “The Academic Librarian in the Open Access Future” will consider new opportunities and real challenges for academic librarians as the movement toward open access (OA) begins to impact our users and our institutions in increasingly complex ways. Through case studies grounded in a range of institutional contexts, we will explore the role of librarians in the open access debate and projects. During small-group debriefing sessions, participants will have an opportunity to strategize with peers about how to support their users and find potential collaborators. For further information about the symposium, visit: http://acrlnysymp2014.
ACRL/NY invites you to submit a poster session proposal for the 2014 Symposium. Your poster session can address academic librarians’ roles vis-Ã -vis any issue related to this theme. Examples include but are not limited to:
- Open Access Collaborations
- Open Access Literacy
- Scholarly Publishing
- Author’s Rights
- Support for Faculty Researchers
- Institutional Repositories
- Students as Content Producers
- Open Access Workflows
- Copyright, Fair Use and Public Domain
- Libraries and Licensing
- International Intellectual Property
- Orphan Works
- Discoverability
- Digital Rights Management
- OA Policy Initiatives
Please submit your proposal using the online form at https://acrlnyforms.wufoo.com/
The deadline for submission is Friday, September 12, 2014
Accepted posters will be notified by Tuesday, September 30, 2014.
For some helpful poster pointers, check the “poster presentations” tab on the LibGuide at http://stjohns.campusguides.co
The Symposium will take place on Friday, December 5, 2014 in New York City at:
The William and Anita Newman Vertical Campus Conference Center, Baruch College, 55 Lexington Avenue (at 24th Street) Room 14-220 (14th floor)
We look forward to your submissions!
The 2014 ACRL/NY Symposium Committee
Linda Miles
MLS, MA, PhD
Public Services Librarian
Pollack Library
Yeshiva University
Wednesday, August 13, 2014
CFP: Academic Library Assessment: An International Perspective (International Information and Library Review journal)
SPECIAL ISSUE CALL FOR PAPERS
Academic Library Assessment: An International Perspective
International Information and Library Review is currently seeking manuscript submissions for a special issue entitled "Academic Library Assessment: An International Perspective." It is becoming important for institutions of higher education around the world to conduct assessments to show that they are committed to student learning. Consequently, their libraries must provide evidence that they are committed to supporting their parent institution’s mission and student-learning goals, as well as the interests of their stakeholders.
Topics of interest include but are not limited to:
- The value of the academic library to its stakeholders
- Implementing a culture of assessment
- Performance assessment models for academic libraries, proposed or implemented
- Developing an academic library assessment plan
- Statistics used in assessment
- Usability testing of an academic library Website
- Measuring service quality in academic libraries
- Space assessment in an academic library
- Usability assessment of an academic digital library
- Assessing the success of library instruction
- The library’s role in the institution’s accreditation
International Information & Library Review receives all manuscript submissions electronically via its Editorial Manager site located at:
For more information, please visit: www.tandfonline.com/ULBR
Tuesday, August 12, 2014
CFP: Southern California Innovative Users Group 2014 Conference (Los Angeles, CA - October 14, 2014)
Southern California Innovative Users Group 2014 Conference
Occidental College, Los Angeles, CA
Tuesday, October 14, 2014
http://sciug.wordpress.com/
The Southern California Innovative Users Group (SCIUG) conference will convene on October 14, 2014, at Occidental College, and the Steering Committee is seeking program content from you. Have you recently completed an interesting project, reconfigured a workflow, or experienced an “ah ha” moment? We want your contribution!
In addition to the popular presentations by III staff and one-hour concurrent breakout sessions, we will have a poster session. This is a wonderful opportunity for presenters to showcase late-breaking ideas, trends, and achievements so we can all learn and share within the Southern California III community.
Topics may include (but are not limited to):
• An innovative use of a Sierra or Millennium tool to tackle a new problem
• Using third party tools in conjunction with III systems to achieve an outcome
• Migration to a III product
• Meeting challenges and changes in acquisitions, technical services, systems, access/circulation, reference, etc.
• VTLS or Polaris tools to manage library functions and tasks
We welcome proposals related to all types of libraries: public, school, academic, government, special and corporate. Please use the online form at http://tinyurl.com/lb9m3dr to submit proposals by September 12, 2014. Presenters will be notified of proposal acceptance by September 19. Inquiries may be sent to socaliug@gmail.com.
We hope to see you in October 2014 as a presenter at SCIUG!
Occidental College, Los Angeles, CA
Tuesday, October 14, 2014
http://sciug.wordpress.com/
The Southern California Innovative Users Group (SCIUG) conference will convene on October 14, 2014, at Occidental College, and the Steering Committee is seeking program content from you. Have you recently completed an interesting project, reconfigured a workflow, or experienced an “ah ha” moment? We want your contribution!
In addition to the popular presentations by III staff and one-hour concurrent breakout sessions, we will have a poster session. This is a wonderful opportunity for presenters to showcase late-breaking ideas, trends, and achievements so we can all learn and share within the Southern California III community.
Topics may include (but are not limited to):
• An innovative use of a Sierra or Millennium tool to tackle a new problem
• Using third party tools in conjunction with III systems to achieve an outcome
• Migration to a III product
• Meeting challenges and changes in acquisitions, technical services, systems, access/circulation, reference, etc.
• VTLS or Polaris tools to manage library functions and tasks
We welcome proposals related to all types of libraries: public, school, academic, government, special and corporate. Please use the online form at http://tinyurl.com/lb9m3dr to submit proposals by September 12, 2014. Presenters will be notified of proposal acceptance by September 19. Inquiries may be sent to socaliug@gmail.com.
We hope to see you in October 2014 as a presenter at SCIUG!
CFP: Library Technology Reports Issue on Tablets & Mobile Devices
This is a call for proposals of case studies to be included in an issue of Library Technology Reports (published by ALA TechSource) focusing on the strategic and intentional integration of tablets and mobile devices into library services. This issue will be edited by Rebecca K. Miller, Heather Moorefield-Lang, and Carolyn Meier, and will be published in Summer 2015.
In past publications (available here: http://
In order to submit a proposal, please send a 1-2 paragraph summary of your case study--which should include a description of your project, the methods you used to gather data about the project, and the decision that your library made based on the data--along with a current CV highlighting relevant experience and publications. Proposals and accompanying material should be submitted by August 15, 2014 to: tabletsinlibraries@gmail.
Ultimately, we hope that this issue of Library Technology Reports will help readers be able to
- Think more critically about the technologies that they want to integrate into their libraries
- Identify and use new methods for gathering and analyzing data related to integrating technologies into their libraries
- Make sound investments in and decisions about the time and resources spent on integrating technologies into their libraries
Anticipated timeline of project:
- August 15, 2014: Deadline for submitting proposals for contributed chapters to editors
- September 1, 2014: All contributors notified of acceptance or rejection of chapter proposal
- November 1, 2014: Full contributions (around 3,000 words) due to editors
- December 1, 2014: Editors send revisions to authors
- January 15, 2015: Revised chapters due back to editors
- February 1, 2015: Authors receive final suggested revisions from editors
- March 1, 2015: Final manuscripts due to editors
- March 2015: Editors assemble manuscript and finalize entire report
- April 1, 2015: Editors deliver final manuscript to ALA for publication
Questions can be directed to all editors via email: tabletsinlibraries@
This information is also available on our project website: http://tabletsinlibraries.
CFP: Asian / Pacific American Librarians Association 35th Anniversary and Symposium (San Francisco, June 25, 2015)
CFP: Asian / Pacific American Librarians Association 35th Anniversary and Symposium (San Francisco, June 25, 2015)
Anniversary & Symposium
San Francisco • June 25, 2015
Building Bridges: Connecting Communities Through Librarianship & Advocacy
Embracing the Past, Engaging the Present, Empowering the Future
The Asian / Pacific American Librarians Association (APALA) turns 35 in 2015! To commemorate this milestone, APALA is holding a one-day symposium on Thursday, June 25 at McLaren Hall on the University of San Francisco campus. Additional programs and cultural events will be organized during the American Library Association Annual Conference.
Founded in 1980 by librarians of diverse Asian and Pacific ancestries, APALA has long been committed to supporting and providing greater visibility for Asian / Pacific American (APA) professionals in the areas of
libraries, archives, and museums (LAMs) and advancing services to APA communities. The 35th Anniversary & Symposium is an opportune time to reflect upon and continue to execute its mission by providing information and/or training on: library programs and resources for APA communities; becoming successful library leaders and advocates; and creating linkages with other library associations and APA organizations.
APALA has always aimed to serve as a bridge between LAM professionals and APA communities; LAM professionals of diverse backgrounds; and libraries and APA communities. The symposium continues this theme, bringing in the idea of building bridges in all its connotations — physical, temporal, historical, virtual, individual, organizational, local, and global.
*Building Bridges: Connecting Communities Through Librarianship & Advocacy*
- *Embracing the Past **— Build on APALA’s vision and learn about proven tools and practices for serving APA communities*
- *Engaging the Present **— Find out how to make a difference here and now for our organizations and beyond through leadership and community building*
- *Empowering the Future **— Pave the way to success through lessons and tips on advocacy and professional development*
*The event is intended to foster discussion address questions such as:*
- How have libraries and cultural institutions served APA communities?
How can APALA create and ensure more programs and tools for APA
communities, both physical and virtual, local and global?
- What kinds of bridges have APALA, and libraries in general, built with
APA communities? How can APALA and APA information professionals continue
to make alliances and build communities?
- How have APALA and library leaders advocated for information services
to APA communities? What lessons and advice do they have to share?
- What are the challenges facing APA librarians and communities? What
are the new information and technology trends? How can information
professionals improve their knowledge and skills for the benefit of APA
communities?
- How can APALA maintain its active role in creating a culturally
diverse and inclusive society? How can libraries ensure that APA
communities have the information they need to participate fully in society?
With its iconic bridges, San Francisco provides an ideal backdrop for these discussions. The fact that it is also the site of several key landmarks and significant historical events for APAs, such as Angel Island, the I-Hotel, the first Ethnic Studies Department, makes it an even more appropriate place to connect past with the present and future.
*CALL FOR PROPOSALS*
APALA invites you to submit a proposal that addresses the symposium’s theme of building bridges that highlight the vital links between libraries and communities; librarians and library users; ideas and successful outcomes. The ideal presentation would fall under one of these tracks and focus on diverse communities, particularly Asian / Pacific Americans.
*Program Tracks*
*a. Community Building and Outreach*
- Designing effective outreach programs that engage and reflect local community needs
- Developing best practices and models with respect to issues affecting APA and pan-ethnic communities
- Building successful collaborations on programming for all ages with different communities and library organizations
*b. Cultural Heritage and Educational Materials*
- Developing resources and building library collections related to APAs
- Creating and preserving APA archival materials (e.g., oral history, community papers, musical recordings, films, etc.) and developing institutional and digital repositories
- Creating materials that provide APA visibility and representation in a range of formats, such as films, websites, exhibitions, digital storytelling, music, and print literature
- Developing programs through collaborations with government, non-profit organizations, and local community groups that preserve, maintain, and promote APA cultures and histories
*c. Leadership and Advocacy*
- Training and mentoring individuals to acquire essential skills and understanding in working with a diverse staff and clientele
- Developing essential skills to be effective advocates and change agents.
- Developing ways to encourage engagement and participation toward making a positivechange in the workplace and society
- Exploring different leadership models that address issues such as, empowerment, micro-aggression, changing organizational culture, consensus building, and mentoring
*d. Interpersonal and Career Growth*
- Addressing issues related to workplace dynamics and structure (e.g., cultural competence, conflict resolution and mediation, mentoring, re-organization, staff and professional issues, institutional change)
- Acquiring or providing training for skills for career change or growth (e.g., technology, public relations, social media, fundraising, grant writing, assessment, management, and planning)
- Creating a culture that encourages learning and growth as well as trust and respect
*PROGRAM FORMATS*
*Workshop Session (75 minutes)*
A group session with facilitator(s) who provide an interactive workshop on a project or topic. The session could be on music, research, video/film making, music, archiving, oral history, outreach programming, advocacy training, or related topics.
*Roundtable Session (75 minutes)*
A facilitated a discussion amongst presenters and audience participants on a particular topic or broader issue. Submissions should include multiple viewpoints and diverse voices. The majority of the allotted time should be devoted to discussion involving audience members.
*Paper/Panel Presentation (75 minutes)*
Presentations may cover a specialized topic from different perspectives or a general topic in- depth. Presenters should provide sufficient time for audience discussion. The proposal should specify a moderator who will organize the panel and regulate time. Individual paper submissions could be added in a panel program.
*Poster Session (60 minutes)*
A creative visual representation of a topic that provides an informal way to convey research, projects, services or ideas of interest to attendees. Presenters will be expected to set-up and host their poster during the allotted time.
*RULES FOR SUBMISSION*
To encourage greater participation, we require that each applicant submit only ONE proposal to the symposium.
*Please include the following information in your proposal:*
Primary Contact: Name, title, institutional affiliation, e-mail address, phone number Participants: name, title, affiliation, email address, and phone number
Proposal information:
- Program Title
- Descriptive Abstract for the program booklet (80 word maximum)
- Program Abstract to include up to three learning outcomes (300 word maximum)
Program Track (select one of the following):
- Community Building and Outreach
- Cultural Heritage and Educational Materials
- Leadership and Advocacy
- Interpersonal and Career Growth
Program Format (select one of the following):
- Workshop Session
- Roundtable Session
- Paper/Panel Presentation
- Poster Session
*Audio-visual needs**:*
Data projector and screen will be provided.
*Deadline*
All proposals must be received by midnight PST on *October 1, 2014 *as a
Word document toapala35proposals@gmail.com.
Notifications of proposal selection will be made beginning *November 15, 2014.*
*Questions*
Questions may be sent to the APALA 35 Program Committee at
apala35proposals@gmail.com
*Non-Commercial Policy*
APALA programs are non-commercial educational learning experiences. Under
no circumstances should a workshop, session or poster presentation be used
for direct promotion of a speaker’s product, service, or other
self-interest.
*Additional Requirements*
All selected program presenters must be registered for the APALA 35th
Anniversary & Symposium in order to present.
Presenters are responsible for paying the conference registration fee,
travel, and lodging.
Presenters may be invited to use a format other than the one(s) selected or
might be invited to co- present with others who have proposed similar
topics.
Melissa I. Cardenas-Dow, MLIS
APALA Web Content Subcommittee Chair, 2012-Present
APALA Member-at-Large, 2014-2016
Anniversary & Symposium
San Francisco • June 25, 2015
Building Bridges: Connecting Communities Through Librarianship & Advocacy
Embracing the Past, Engaging the Present, Empowering the Future
The Asian / Pacific American Librarians Association (APALA) turns 35 in 2015! To commemorate this milestone, APALA is holding a one-day symposium on Thursday, June 25 at McLaren Hall on the University of San Francisco campus. Additional programs and cultural events will be organized during the American Library Association Annual Conference.
Founded in 1980 by librarians of diverse Asian and Pacific ancestries, APALA has long been committed to supporting and providing greater visibility for Asian / Pacific American (APA) professionals in the areas of
libraries, archives, and museums (LAMs) and advancing services to APA communities. The 35th Anniversary & Symposium is an opportune time to reflect upon and continue to execute its mission by providing information and/or training on: library programs and resources for APA communities; becoming successful library leaders and advocates; and creating linkages with other library associations and APA organizations.
APALA has always aimed to serve as a bridge between LAM professionals and APA communities; LAM professionals of diverse backgrounds; and libraries and APA communities. The symposium continues this theme, bringing in the idea of building bridges in all its connotations — physical, temporal, historical, virtual, individual, organizational, local, and global.
*Building Bridges: Connecting Communities Through Librarianship & Advocacy*
- *Embracing the Past **— Build on APALA’s vision and learn about proven tools and practices for serving APA communities*
- *Engaging the Present **— Find out how to make a difference here and now for our organizations and beyond through leadership and community building*
- *Empowering the Future **— Pave the way to success through lessons and tips on advocacy and professional development*
*The event is intended to foster discussion address questions such as:*
- How have libraries and cultural institutions served APA communities?
How can APALA create and ensure more programs and tools for APA
communities, both physical and virtual, local and global?
- What kinds of bridges have APALA, and libraries in general, built with
APA communities? How can APALA and APA information professionals continue
to make alliances and build communities?
- How have APALA and library leaders advocated for information services
to APA communities? What lessons and advice do they have to share?
- What are the challenges facing APA librarians and communities? What
are the new information and technology trends? How can information
professionals improve their knowledge and skills for the benefit of APA
communities?
- How can APALA maintain its active role in creating a culturally
diverse and inclusive society? How can libraries ensure that APA
communities have the information they need to participate fully in society?
With its iconic bridges, San Francisco provides an ideal backdrop for these discussions. The fact that it is also the site of several key landmarks and significant historical events for APAs, such as Angel Island, the I-Hotel, the first Ethnic Studies Department, makes it an even more appropriate place to connect past with the present and future.
*CALL FOR PROPOSALS*
APALA invites you to submit a proposal that addresses the symposium’s theme of building bridges that highlight the vital links between libraries and communities; librarians and library users; ideas and successful outcomes. The ideal presentation would fall under one of these tracks and focus on diverse communities, particularly Asian / Pacific Americans.
*Program Tracks*
*a. Community Building and Outreach*
- Designing effective outreach programs that engage and reflect local community needs
- Developing best practices and models with respect to issues affecting APA and pan-ethnic communities
- Building successful collaborations on programming for all ages with different communities and library organizations
*b. Cultural Heritage and Educational Materials*
- Developing resources and building library collections related to APAs
- Creating and preserving APA archival materials (e.g., oral history, community papers, musical recordings, films, etc.) and developing institutional and digital repositories
- Creating materials that provide APA visibility and representation in a range of formats, such as films, websites, exhibitions, digital storytelling, music, and print literature
- Developing programs through collaborations with government, non-profit organizations, and local community groups that preserve, maintain, and promote APA cultures and histories
*c. Leadership and Advocacy*
- Training and mentoring individuals to acquire essential skills and understanding in working with a diverse staff and clientele
- Developing essential skills to be effective advocates and change agents.
- Developing ways to encourage engagement and participation toward making a positivechange in the workplace and society
- Exploring different leadership models that address issues such as, empowerment, micro-aggression, changing organizational culture, consensus building, and mentoring
*d. Interpersonal and Career Growth*
- Addressing issues related to workplace dynamics and structure (e.g., cultural competence, conflict resolution and mediation, mentoring, re-organization, staff and professional issues, institutional change)
- Acquiring or providing training for skills for career change or growth (e.g., technology, public relations, social media, fundraising, grant writing, assessment, management, and planning)
- Creating a culture that encourages learning and growth as well as trust and respect
*PROGRAM FORMATS*
*Workshop Session (75 minutes)*
A group session with facilitator(s) who provide an interactive workshop on a project or topic. The session could be on music, research, video/film making, music, archiving, oral history, outreach programming, advocacy training, or related topics.
*Roundtable Session (75 minutes)*
A facilitated a discussion amongst presenters and audience participants on a particular topic or broader issue. Submissions should include multiple viewpoints and diverse voices. The majority of the allotted time should be devoted to discussion involving audience members.
*Paper/Panel Presentation (75 minutes)*
Presentations may cover a specialized topic from different perspectives or a general topic in- depth. Presenters should provide sufficient time for audience discussion. The proposal should specify a moderator who will organize the panel and regulate time. Individual paper submissions could be added in a panel program.
*Poster Session (60 minutes)*
A creative visual representation of a topic that provides an informal way to convey research, projects, services or ideas of interest to attendees. Presenters will be expected to set-up and host their poster during the allotted time.
*RULES FOR SUBMISSION*
To encourage greater participation, we require that each applicant submit only ONE proposal to the symposium.
*Please include the following information in your proposal:*
Primary Contact: Name, title, institutional affiliation, e-mail address, phone number Participants: name, title, affiliation, email address, and phone number
Proposal information:
- Program Title
- Descriptive Abstract for the program booklet (80 word maximum)
- Program Abstract to include up to three learning outcomes (300 word maximum)
Program Track (select one of the following):
- Community Building and Outreach
- Cultural Heritage and Educational Materials
- Leadership and Advocacy
- Interpersonal and Career Growth
Program Format (select one of the following):
- Workshop Session
- Roundtable Session
- Paper/Panel Presentation
- Poster Session
*Audio-visual needs**:*
Data projector and screen will be provided.
*Deadline*
All proposals must be received by midnight PST on *October 1, 2014 *as a
Word document toapala35proposals@gmail.com.
Notifications of proposal selection will be made beginning *November 15, 2014.*
*Questions*
Questions may be sent to the APALA 35 Program Committee at
apala35proposals@gmail.com
*Non-Commercial Policy*
APALA programs are non-commercial educational learning experiences. Under
no circumstances should a workshop, session or poster presentation be used
for direct promotion of a speaker’s product, service, or other
self-interest.
*Additional Requirements*
All selected program presenters must be registered for the APALA 35th
Anniversary & Symposium in order to present.
Presenters are responsible for paying the conference registration fee,
travel, and lodging.
Presenters may be invited to use a format other than the one(s) selected or
might be invited to co- present with others who have proposed similar
topics.
Melissa I. Cardenas-Dow, MLIS
APALA Web Content Subcommittee Chair, 2012-Present
APALA Member-at-Large, 2014-2016
Thursday, August 07, 2014
CFP: 2015 Popular Culture Association/American Culture Association Annual Meeting, New Orleans, LA—Biographies Area
CFP: 2015 Popular Culture Association/American Culture Association Annual Meeting, New Orleans, LA—Biographies Area
The Popular Culture Association/American Culture Association annual conference will be held April 1-4, 2015, at the New Orleans Marriott, New Orleans, Louisiana. Scholars from a wide variety of disciplines will meet to share their Popular Culture research and interests.
The Biographies Area is soliciting papers that examine the connections between biography and popular culture. Papers and full panel presentations regarding any aspect of popular culture and
- Biography and entertainment, art, music, theater
- Biography and film
- Biography and criminal justice
- Television programs about biography
- Biography and urban legends
- Biography and folklore
- Biography and literature
- Scholarly Biography
- Controversial Biography
- Psychoanalysis and Biography
- Historical Biography
- Political Biography
- Autobiography
- Biography and entertainment, art, music, theater
- Biography and film
- Biography and criminal justice
- Television programs about biography
- Biography and urban legends
- Biography and folklore
- Biography and literature
- Scholarly Biography
- Controversial Biography
- Psychoanalysis and Biography
- Historical Biography
- Political Biography
- Autobiography
Prospective presenters should enter their proposals in the PCA/ACA 2015 Event Management database at http://ncp.pcaaca.org/.
The deadline is November 1, 2014.
Please direct any queries to the Biographies Area chair:
Susie Skarl
Associate Professor/Urban Affairs Librarian
UNLV Libraries
Las Vegas, NV 89154
702-895-2141
susie.skarl@unlv.edu
Susie Skarl
Associate Professor/Urban Affairs Librarian
UNLV Libraries
Las Vegas, NV 89154
702-895-2141
susie.skarl@unlv.edu
For more information, visit the Associations’ website: http://pcaaca.org/
PCA/ACA on Facebook: http://facebook.com/
PCA/ACA on Twitter: http://twitter.com/
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