Author Archives: anitaslack

Past President’s Report

Posted on March 12, 2015 by anitaslack

Betsy Blankenship, The Ohio State University at Marion; Past President The Spring election process is underway. Nominations have closed and the committee is reviewing and finalizing the slate. Elections are scheduled to open approximately March 15.  Stay tuned for more … Continue reading →

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Encourage a Student to Join ALAO this Spring!

Posted on March 12, 2015 by anitaslack

Katy Mathuews, Shawnee State University; Membership Chair Spring is an exciting time at ALAO. As winter melts away, remember to ensure that your membership is up-to-date so you won’t miss any of the upcoming activities and events. We currently have … Continue reading →

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ACRL Chapter Council Report

Posted on March 12, 2015 by anitaslack

Katie Blocksidge, The Ohio State University at Newark; Liaison to ACRL I attended the ACRL Chapters Council at ALA Midwinter.  A few updates: Elections for ALA/ACRL begin on March 24, 2015; everyone is encouraged to vote. The Framework for Information … Continue reading →

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Legislative News

Posted on March 12, 2015 by anitaslack

Joseph Straw, Marietta College; Government Relations Liaison ALAO has budgeted up to $600 for travel support for a member willing to represent ALAO and academic libraries generally at ALA National Library Legislative Days on May 4-5 in Washington, D.C. Please … Continue reading →

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Assessment Interest Group

Posted on March 12, 2015 by anitaslack

Mandy Shannon, Wright State University Sarah Murphy, The Ohio State University; AIG Co-Chairs The Assessment Interest Group (AIG) spring workshop, Communicating Library Value through Assessment, will be held Thursday, April 16 from 10 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. at the State … Continue reading →

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Collection Management Interest Group

Posted on March 12, 2015 by anitaslack

Kathleen Baril, Ohio Northern University Jessica Grim, Oberlin College; CMIG Co-Chairs Greetings!  Hopefully by the time you read this update, the snow will have melted and the temperatures will have returned to more agreeable levels.  CMIG is busy finalizing the … Continue reading →

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Curriculum Materials Center Interest Group

Posted on March 12, 2015 by anitaslack

Deidra Herring, Ohio State University (Main Campus) Sharon Kerestes, Cedarville University; Co-Chairs “There’s a lot to Celebrate!” Once again, we’d like to welcome our new members and spread the news about upcoming events around the region! Save the date for … Continue reading →

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Distance Learning Interest Group

Posted on March 11, 2015 by anitaslack

Carrie Girton, Miami University Kathleen Pickens, Cincinnati State University; DLIG Co-Chairs Mark your calendars and get ready to register for “INOV8: Elevating Engagement for Students Online”!  The DLIG Spring workshop will be held on Friday, May 15th at Miami University’s … Continue reading →

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Instruction Interest Group

Posted on March 11, 2015 by anitaslack

Sara Klink, Stark State College Melissa Bauer, Kent State University at Stark; IIG Co-Chairs Stay Tuned! The Instruction Interest Group’s Spring workshop will be held on June 12th at Columbus State Community College. For information on the event follow ALAO … Continue reading →

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Special Collections and Archives Interest Group

Posted on March 11, 2015 by anitaslack

Kate Medicus, Kent State University Stefanie Hunker, Bowling Green State University; SCAIG Co-Chairs Save the date! The SCAIG Spring workshop will be held on Wednesday, June 3 Special but not Specialized: Special Collections & Archives Do It All SCAIG has … Continue reading →

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