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Membership Report

The current membership of ALAO includes a total of 312 members consisting of 284 regular members, 5 retiree members, and 23 student members. We are excited to welcome new members who joined between August 30, 2021 and November 30, 2021. … Continue reading

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Funding Opportunities

Call for the ALAO Research Grant applications As an ALAO member, you have the opportunity to apply for up to $2,000 in grant funding in support of your research.  The Academic Library Association of Ohio (ALAO) Research Grant is awarded … Continue reading

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Interest Groups News

Get Involved with ALAO Interest Groups Looking ahead to the new year and ways you can get involved? ALAO has something for everyone! ALAO has 12 active special interest groups. These interest groups meet to discuss concerns and issues related … Continue reading

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People & Library News

ALAO Planning Committee News The 2020 ALAO Conference Planning Committee (CPC) faced a significant challenge in spring of 2020 when the COVID-19 pandemic made in-person gatherings dangerous. After weighing several options, the CPC decided to go forward with the 2020 … Continue reading

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President’s Report

As the conference quickly approaches, I am excited to share some updates from the 2021 Conference Planning Committee. The CPC has been hard at work putting together a conference that allows for networking, learning opportunities, inspiration, and time to honor … Continue reading

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Past President’s Report

Call for Nominations: Jay Ladd Distinguished Service and Kathryn Venditti Mentoring Awards The ALAO Awards Committee is now accepting nominations for the 2021 Jay Ladd Distinguished Service Award and the Kathryn Venditti Mentoring Award. The Jay Ladd Distinguished Service Award recognizes an … Continue reading

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Vice President/President Elect Report

A hearty hello to the ALAO membership! In addition to the overall buzz I acquire at the start of a new semester, I am excited to begin my tenure as your Vice President/President Elect. This means, of course, that I … Continue reading

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ALAO Virtual Conference Event: Save the Date!

ALAO Virtual Conference Event: AMA – Working with Art and Cartoons October 21st, 2021, 3:30-4:30 – Online This free event will be offered in an AMA (Ask Me Anything) format. This is your opportunity to learn what it is like … Continue reading

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Find ALAO on Social Media

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Call for Mentors

Call for participation in the 2021-2022 ALAO Mentoring Program The Academic Library Association of Ohio’s Professional Development Committee (ALAO PDC) is excited to announce a call for participation in the 2021-2022 Mentoring Program.  Program Overview The Academic Library Association of … Continue reading

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