Typically the DLF Forum occurs in the Fall. With the exception of the 2019 event in Tampa, I’ve had the pleasure of attending every Forum since 2017. This includes the two virtual Forums that occurred during the Covid-19 pandemic in 2020 and 2021. The pandemic has significantly transformed how the conference’s planning committee undertakes this... more ›
I attended ALA Annual in San Diego from June 28 through July 1, 2024. I had some committee assignments to finish up (I am rolling of ACRL’s New Roles and Changing Landscapes space planning subcommittee) but the majority of my time was spent skipping from large auditorium to large auditorium to catch all the headliners... more ›
Libraries are so important to our individual communities. This was my primary thought as I finished a week of book repair workshops across North Carolina. I began teaching book repair in 2004 with the North Carolina Preservation Consortium (NCPC). In 2004, I was involved with NCPC and had two training days at the Etherington Conservation... more ›
On Memorial Day 2024, I began the virtual 10-day Institute for Research Design in Librarianship (IRDL). Participating in this institute was a transformative experience that significantly enhanced my understanding of the research design process and various research methods. This intensive program was structured to guide participants through every stage of designing a robust library science... more ›
The ZSR Recognitions: Thank a Colleague! program provides an opportunity for employees to submit a note of thanks to their colleagues. These can be for going above and beyond, helping a job get done, general appreciation, or any reason thanks can be given. Here are those who were recognized over the summer. Thanks to all... more ›
July Book Displays Erin Jones created two wonderful book displays located in the display cases in the entrance way featuring WFU authors and a literary tour around the world. If you’re interested in one of her picks, scan the book’s QR code to find a copy. Summer Shifting Projects The Public Services Team is continuing... more ›
Since March, I’ve been systematically watching almost all the online presentations from the 2024 ER&L conference. They had a Space theme, which led to some punny titles. My favorite was “Meteor users where they are.” Lauren’s report was more of a general overview. Instead, I’ll offer some focused nuggets: “Meteor users where they are: Improving... more ›
Being on the Engineering Libraries Division’s (ELD) conference planning committee and as the newest elected Director on the ELD Executive Board, I planned my attendance at the 2024 American Society for Engineering Education (ASEE) conference in Portland based off of my key learnings from 2023 in Baltimore. Knowing that I would need to adjust to... more ›
On Friday, June 28 I flew out to sunny (but blessedly cool) San Diego for the 2024 ALA Annual Conference. Only Mary Beth and I attended this year’s conference, which is quite the drop off from the dozen or so folks we used to send just 6 or 7 years ago. I was only able... more ›
The ZSR Recognitions: Thank a Colleague! program provides an opportunity for employees to submit a note of thanks to their colleagues. These can be for going above and beyond, helping a job get done, general appreciation, or any reason thanks can be given. Here are those who were recognized over the summer. Thanks to all... more ›