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The Iowa chapter of the Association of College & Research Libraries (ILA/ACRL), rooted both in the Iowa Library Association (ILA) and in ACRL, has a long tradition of active, forward-looking involvement of its members. The association organizes an annual conference in the spring, sponsors sessions at ILA’s fall conference, and publishes a newsletter three times a year as well as an annual directory of Iowa academic and research libraries.

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The Iowa chapter of the Association of College & Research Libraries (ILA/ACRL), rooted both in the Iowa Library Association (ILA) and in ACRL, has a long tradition of active, forward-looking involvement of its members.

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ILA/ACRL  – IPAL Spring Conference

SAVE THE DATE

May 22-23, 2024

Iowa State University

Ames, IA

Several hands in many colors raised

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Iowa ACRL depends on volunteers to offer the spring conference, awards, professional development, and more to our membership. Fill out our volunteer form if you would like to get involved with Iowa ACRL!

Nov
20

Election results

Hello, ILA/ACRL members, Thank you for voting in our election. 73 members voted, which is roughly 58% of our membership. I’m happy to congratulate our new officers who will start in 2024: Kristy Raine, Member at Large, Jenny Parker, Member at Large,  and Jode Morin, Vice President/President-Elect! Congratulations and thank you to these upcoming officers!… Continue reading Election results

Nov
10

“Let the Library Be Your Lifesaver”–ILA/ACRL Public Relations/Marketing Award Winner

Let the Library Be Your Lifesaver By Jenni Breems, Director of Library Services, Dordt University   In May, Dordt University was awarded $500 from ILA/ACRL for a public relations/marketing proposal to “Let the Library Be Your Lifesaver.” The Project For more than ten years, the Hulst Library at Dordt University has used a “Let the… Continue reading “Let the Library Be Your Lifesaver”–ILA/ACRL Public Relations/Marketing Award Winner

Nov
03

ILA Fall Conference Summary

A great time was had, and new things were learned at the 2023 Fall ILA Conference in Dubuque! The ILA/ACRL subdivision had the honor of presenting a scholarship award. Below, please find quotes, photos, and a list of academic-related fall conference sessions and presenters.  The Awards Committee was pleased to present our ILA/ACRL Fall Conference… Continue reading ILA Fall Conference Summary

Oct
30

November Professional Development Opportunities

Greetings Iowa ACRL Members! Here are some upcoming webinars, trainings, & conferences for November 2023.       Free Opportunities Choice-ACRL PLA Webinar – Innovative Engagement for Libraries: Using Sport, Physical Literacy, & Wellness to Engage & Support Your Community – Choice 360 Building Research Collaboration in Global Environments – Choice 360  Driving Student Success:… Continue reading November Professional Development Opportunities

Oct
05

Candidates Running for Office 2024

Please read about our candidates for the 2024 Executive Board positions of Member at Large and Vice President/President-Elect! The election will be held November 7 – 14, 2023, via electronic ballot sent to each member’s email address. Once the election has ended we’ll announce results via the ILA ACRL mailing list and post to our… Continue reading Candidates Running for Office 2024

Oct
02

October Professional Development Opportunities

Hello and happy October ILA/ACRL members! Here are some professional development opportunities coming up this month. Choice-ACRL GenZ, Cybersecurity, and New Security Measures on User-Facing Tech – an SNSI Security Summit Audiobooks: Revolutionizing Learning for Modern Students Harnessing the Power of Documentaries to Expand Libraries’ Reach and Impact, and Drive Progress Meeting Faculty Demand Through… Continue reading October Professional Development Opportunities