Why are we having this discussion? As recovery from the pandemic experience begins, many academic institutions are dramatically changing their operations and services for faculty and students. The libraries are facing challenges that may impact their ability to successfully store and manage special collections.  Can we look at these in any new ways to help…

Join us to meet with your local colleagues and to discuss how the past year has impacted you. Program Agenda 9:00 am Welcome and Introductions 9:05 am Meet and Greet Smaller break out sessions will discuss: The most important skill that students need to have as they transition from high school to college New challenges your…

Webinar Description: Trauma-informed care has been used more extensively in psychotherapy and social work settings, however, it can also have a practical application in any setting, personal or professional. I think this is especially relevant for libraries where we work with patrons and, at times, in large organizations with many moving parts. In this talk,…

The Empire State Library Network is hosting Wikipedia for Libraries with collections in New York Heritage, a casual Wikipedia talk for librarians and friends. Join presenter Lane Rasberry, Wikimedian in Residence at the University of Virginia, who will demonstrate libraries, archives, and universities use Wikipedia to make their research and resources more accessible. The talk…

What will patrons expect from their libraries after the pandemic? How will a year or more of social distancing and self-isolation impact the way people interact with - and within - their libraries? How should library leaders plan for renovations and modifications in the wake of the pandemic? How can designed flexibility help libraries adapt…

In this four-part series, Nicole Menchise, LILRC Digitization and Archives Coordinator, will explain why these documents and policies are key to the operation of an archival repository. Examples will be shared. The six documents are: Collections Management Policy -January 15th Temporary Custody Receipt & Deed of Gift - February 19 Incoming & Outgoing Loan Paperwork…

Join Holly Nowak, the HR professional behind the Ask the HR Expert service, for a discussion of some basic human resources information that managers, supervisors, and directors need to know. Covering some of the most commonly misunderstood and/or misapplied HR foundational concepts, topics we'll cover include best practice in: Job Descriptions, Worker Classification, Documentation and…

In 1910, Jane Addams (1860-1935) was one of the most famous women in America, the revered founder of Hull-House settlement in Chicago, and a participant in virtually every social reform campaign of the era. But in 1917, when Addams publicly opposed America's entry into World War I, her fortunes changed dramatically. For more than a…

CLRC offers a communication network among our region’s Library Assistants, Paraprofessionals and Support Staff through a Special Interest Group (LA SIG). Our interests include: * recognizing all library support staff employed in CLRC member libraries * furthering the professional development & job enrichment of support staff * enhancing the professional image of support staff within…

In order to combine resources or services, museums or historical societies might decide to merge or consolidate their charters. Or, due to various causes, an institution may decide to dissolve their charter altogether. Merging, consolidating, and dissolving charters are all actions that require an application process through the Board of Regents. Join Lauren Lyons, Chartering…