Author Archives: anitaslack

Interest Group Reports

Posted on December 7, 2016 by anitaslack

CMCIG Interest Group News A small group of CMCIG members gathered for a roundtable discussion at the ALAO conference. We had the opportunity to reconnect with each other and greet new members. Our topics of discussion included education technology; use … Continue reading →

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Notes from the Trenches: Anecdotes and Best Practices from the Library World

Posted on December 7, 2016 by anitaslack

Not a best practice, an okay practice: bend the rules  Records management is a field all about the rules. Retention schedules dictate exactly how long a record should be retained, in what format, and its disposition after it has reached the … Continue reading →

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People & Library News

Posted on December 7, 2016 by anitaslack

Ashland University News Anita Slack has been appointed as the new editor of the Reference Sources Column for Reference & User Services Quarterly.  Any librarian interested in reviewing reference materials, please contact Anita at aslack3@ashland.edu for more details. Anita Slack, Communications … Continue reading →

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Conference & Professional Development Opportunities

Posted on December 7, 2016 by anitaslack

Join the Diversity Committee Mailing List Would you like to join our mailing list to engage in discussion on diversity, inclusion, equity, and social justice issues in Ohio’s academic library community? Share your thoughts, project ideas & outcomes, resources, and … Continue reading →

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President’s Report

Posted on September 15, 2016 by anitaslack

Leadership Retreat and Annual Conference Update Leadership Retreat The annual leadership retreat took place July 11th and 12th at Deer Creek State Park. The retreat provides an opportunity for people joining the board to: Meet with people leaving those positions and hear … Continue reading →

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Vice President/President Elect Report

Posted on September 15, 2016 by anitaslack

Planning ahead Has anyone else noticed an extreme excitement for all things fall this year? I’ve seen Ohioans post and share about rocking their flannel shirts, getting the first pumpkin spice latte of the season and of course watching their … Continue reading →

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Past President’s Report

Posted on September 15, 2016 by anitaslack

The ALAO Awards Committee is now accepting nominations for the 2016 Jay Ladd Distinguished Service Award. This award recognizes an individual who has: been an Academic Library Association of Ohio member for at least 5 years promoted academic libraries and librarianship on his … Continue reading →

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ALAO at IFLA: One Member’s Experience

Posted on September 15, 2016 by anitaslack

I was fortunate enough to attend the International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions (IFLA) 2016 Congress held in Columbus, Ohio from August 13-19, 2016. It was an amazing experience! I volunteered for the first three days and attended sessions … Continue reading →

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Membership Update

Posted on September 15, 2016 by anitaslack

At the July 11-12, 2016 Board meeting, the Membership Chair reported 331 regular members, 5 retiree members, and 20 student members. As these members (and more) prepare to come together for the 2016 Annual Conference on October 27-28, 2016, we … Continue reading →

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Diversity Committee News

Posted on September 15, 2016 by anitaslack

The committee has been working on a fall workshop this year, a first for the committee.  The theme focuses on outreach and collaborations around issues of inclusion and diversity.  Presenters are coming from several libraries, including ones from Kentucky and … Continue reading →

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