ILA/ACRL

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  • Final call for applications – ILA/ACRL Scholarship Opportunity for the ILA Annual Conference

    Final call for applications – ILA/ACRL Scholarship Opportunity for the ILA Annual Conference

    The Awards Committee of ILA/ACRL announces the availability of a scholarship to attend the
    Iowa Library Association Annual Conference on October 9-11, 2024, in Des Moines, IA.
    The scholarship will cover the registration fee and up to $150 in travel, hotel, and meal
    expenses.

    Applicants must fall into at least one of the following three categories:

    1) Paid members of ILA/ACRL, working full-time in an Iowa academic or research library, and
    either: attending their first Iowa Library Association Conference, or have worked in an Iowa
    academic or research library for fewer than three years.

    2) Library science students.

    3) Support staff working in an Iowa academic or research library (part-time or full-time).
    Student and support staff applicants do not have to be paid members of ILA/ACRL. Previous
    ILA Fall Conference scholarship recipients are NOT eligible.

    Please submit the application form, including an essay no longer than 250 words, describing
    your interest in the scholarship and how you believe the scholarship will benefit your
    professional development. The scholarship recipient will be selected by the Awards Committee
    based on the quality of the essay.

    The deadline to submit an application is September 4, 2024. The selected recipient will be
    notified by September 16, 2024.

    Please contact ILA/ACRL Awards Committee Chair Laurie Neuerburg with questions.

    More information about the organization can be found on the ILA/ACRL Website.

    Laurie Neuerburg
    ILA/ACRL Awards Committee Chair
    laurie-neuerburg@uiowa.edu

  • Early Bird Registration Ends August 30th – ILA Annual Conference – Des Moines – October 9-11

    Early Bird Registration Ends August 30th – ILA Annual Conference – Des Moines – October 9-11

    “We are excited to announce that registration for the 2024 ILA Annual Conference is now open! Conference website, Agenda, Speakers

    Early Bird Registration Ends August 30th

    REGISTER HERE –https://www.iowalibraryassociation.org/event-list#!event/2024/10/9/ila-annual-conference

    Join us in Des Moines, IA on October 9-11! This year’s conference promises to be an unforgettable experience with an inspiring keynote speaker, a legislative panel discussion featuring Iowa legislators addressing key issues impacting libraries and communities, and captivating sessions led by industry leaders and visionaries.

    Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to learn, connect, and grow. Secure your spot today and join us for an event that will energize and inspire you.

    Take advantage of early bird pricing and confirm your discounted hotel accommodations. HOTEL RESERVATION

    Register now by clicking the link below: https://www.iowalibraryassociation.org/event-list#!event/2024/10/9/ila-annual-conference

    We look forward to seeing you there!”

     
    Heidi Heinz
     
     
     
     
  • ILA/ACRL & IPAL Spring Conference 2024 Summary

    ILA/ACRL & IPAL Spring Conference 2024 Summary

     

    Dean of the ISU Library Hilary Seo and 2024 ILA-ACRL President Lisa Martinck

    The ILA/ACRL & IPAL Spring Conference was held on May 29 & 30, 2024 at Parks Library, Iowa State University in Ames, Iowa. The theme of the conference, “Sustainable Futures,” was woven throughout the sessions and discussions. Commitment to sustainability calls us to integrate environmental health, social equity, and economic vitality in order to foster resilient communities for this and future generations. Yet each year Iowa academic libraries must do more with less. Despite diminishing purchasing power, fewer staff, and shrinking spaces, we are asked to continue to build our collections, offer expanded services and outreach, and contribute to broader campus initiatives. Library and information professionals shared how they are addressing the sustainability issues in libraries and how they are creating new spaces, initiatives, and pathways for the future.

    Two awards were presented at the conference. The Mary Iber Spring Conference Scholarship was awarded to Katie Hanson, University of Iowa (student) during the Welcome session and during the Thursday luncheon, the ILA/ACRL Research Award was presented to Sarah Slaughter, University of Dubuque.  See a list of past ILA/ACRL Award winners.

    Thanks to our talented Spring Conference Planning Committee: Kris Stacy-Bates (Chair), Mary Anderson (Loras College), Heather Campbell (Iowa State University), Melissa Curtis (Wartburg College), Heather Lewin (Iowa State University), Jen Provorse (University of Iowa), and Pam Rees (Grand View University). Thank you to our generous sponsors: Mobius, Clarivate, Oxford University Press, EBSCO, and IPAL. Much appreciation goes to our wonderful speakers for sharing their expertise with us. And, many, many thanks to everyone who attended! 

    We are looking forward to conferencing with you again at Drake University in Des Moines in 2024!

    Photographs from the conference:

    Before the opening session of the conference, May 29

     

    Katie Hansen being recognized as the winner of the Mary Hammond Iber Conference Scholarship

     

    ILA President Julie Finch speaking during the opening session f the conference on May 29

     

    Presentation by Sara Scheib of the University of Iowa

     

    Presentation by Deana Cunningham (l.) and Laura Krossner (r.) of Drake University

     

    Presentation by Angie Cox (l.) and Amandajean Nolte (r.) of UNI

     

    Directors Interest Group Discussion

    More information about the organization can be found on the ILA/ACRL Website.