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Ashelee and Elizabeth recently represented Archivists and Academic Librarians at a Career Day program for children at the Central Branch of the Forsyth County Public Library. This inaugural program, held in honor of Women’s History Month, featured an inspiring lineup of women professionals from our community and showcased a wide range of careers. Other careers... more ›
If there is a thick level of yellow pollen on the hood of my car then it must be time for SOUCABL! Typically held every spring, the Southern University College and Academic Business Librarians’ Conference (SOUCABL) is a can’t miss event if you happen to be… you guessed it… a Business Librarian* (check) at an... more ›
The Critical Appraisal Institute for Librarians (CAIFL) is hosted by the New York Medical College Phillip Capozzi, M.D. Library and has been offered to medical and health science librarians every year since 2019. The institute aims to develop librarians’ critical appraisal skills which include a comprehensive understanding of clinical research design, biomedical statistics, and critical... 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 last month. Thanks to all for... more ›
ZSR went to the 2024 Charleston Conference in a big way back in November with six attendees! Rather than submit six different blog reports, we’re giving a high-level overview here. Interested in learning more? Ask any of us and we’ll be happy to chat in detail! Carol Most interesting presentation/meeting: At the risk of being... more ›
On Monday, I had the opportunity to attend and present at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill’s LAUNC-CH Conference. I’ve attended LAUNC-CH many times over the years, and while I was a bit disappointed that this year’s event was almost entirely virtual—with only the keynote being hybrid—the conference did not disappoint! This year... more ›
I’m on my way back from Code4Lib, which has really become the go-to library technology conference (in this country). C4L 2025 was held at Princeton University. Some notes: We build scaffolding: locally built and maintained support structures around the Big Systems we buy, to make them work the way we want. We may start out... more ›
February Events CKI and World Tea Association, Feb. 4 CKI & World Tea Association had a table introducing students to Circle K International’s community service opportunities and the World Tea Association’s exploration of global tea cultures. Wake Up Wednesday, Feb. 12 Wake Up Wednesday is a recurring event where the Division of Campus Life provides... more ›
March’s Hidden Gems As I move forward into my third month here at ZSR, I often think of my time here with gratitude. It has been a pleasure getting to know everyone, and learning how to navigate our unique labyrinth of a building. One thing I have come to realize, though, is that being new... more ›