Bryant & Stratton College News

As of February 2026, we have begun implementing BIBFRAME/linked data functionality (via EBSCO Bibliograph) to enhance access to our electronic collection.  Our first project is the creation of linked data code snippets for inclusion on course guides created in our LibGuides system.  Additional possible projects will include incorporation of linked data functionality in assignment guides and direct access to selected collection item groups from within Blackboard class shells.

–Joseph Dudley, Bryant & Stratton College

Job Opportunity at John Carroll University

Librarian for Instruction and Faculty Engagement (faculty, PoP, non-tenure track)

John Carroll University’s Grasselli Library and Breen Learning Center seeks an experienced and enthusiastic Librarian for Instruction and Faculty Engagement – Professor of Practice (POP). Reporting to the University Librarian, this position will lead the library’s teaching and instruction program. This includes responsibilities for designing, developing, delivering, and assessing instruction across the curriculum and the university, focusing specifically on critical thinking, information literacy, and generative AI. Success in this role requires a deep understanding of best practices, current trends, and new technologies in library instruction. This position will also develop and lead library outreach initiatives tailored to faculty and staff.

Deadline for priority consideration has been extended to April 13, 2026. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. The hire start date is Summer 2026.

Full position description and application: https://jcu.peopleadmin.com/postings/4033

–Stephanie Diaz, John Carroll University

Research Participation Opportunity on Moral Injury: Academic Library Workers in Children’s Literature Spaces

Given the current sociocultural and political landscape, we invite academic library workers with responsibilities related to children’s literature collections in the United States to respond to the Moral Injury: Academic Library Workers in Children’s Literature Spaces survey that seeks to uncover potentially morally injurious events and reveal the impact it is having on their professional and/or personal lives. This will encompass 1) your personal morals as well as beliefs of right and wrong, and 2) your interpretation of the morals and values of the library profession. 

Access the survey: https://illinoisstate.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_cZo0G1xdWqOdSlw 

Should you choose to participate in this study, you will be asked to answer questions aligned with a moral injury events scale and then be given the opportunity to elaborate on or describe the impact based on your level of comfort.

If you know of an academic library worker who might be interested in sharing their experience, please feel free to forward the survey. The survey will remain open until Friday, May 1st 2026.

Questions or concerns may be directed to Caitlin Stewart at cjstew1@ilstu.edu. This study is conducted by academic librarians from Illinois State University, Northern Illinois University, New York University, and Indiana University.

–Caitlin Stewart, Illinois State University

MiALA 2026 Conference-Register Now!

Planning is underway for the 2026 Annual Conference, Finding Our True North: Creating Connections to Light Our Way.

The conference will be held at the Park Place Hotel & Conference Center in downtown Traverse City on May 7 & 8, 2026, with pre-conference events taking place on Wednesday, May 6

If you have questions for the committee or ideas you’d like to share, please email conference@miala.org.

Editor’s Note: MiALA’s Conference Planning Committee is graciously offering ALAO members the same $175 conference registration fee as their own members. Visit their conference website for more information, and to register to support our neighbors to the North.

–Thad Dickinson, Central Michigan University