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Feb 27, 2024 - 2:00 pm ET/1:00 pm CT

Defending Diversity: The Challenges and Opportunities for DEIA Positions in Libraries (Part 1)

  FOR PRIVACY, THESE SESSIONS WILL NOT BE RECORDED   Summary How are libraries still doing the work of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and accessibility (DEIA) across their systems with or without dedicated staff? This three-part series brings professionals from all levels and types of libraries together to discuss how the work of DEIA is going […]

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Feb 26, 2024 - 2:00 pm ET/1:00 pm CT

Accessibility Water Cooler

Please join us at the Accessibility Water Cooler with your questions, thoughts and ideas!  Accessibility fans from ASERL libraries are here to share their thoughts and ideas.  These sessions are not recorded to allow free-flowing exchange of ideas. REGISTER at https://forms.gle/cZxZRj1anmwtaQ4N8

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Feb 23, 2024 - 3:00 pm ET/2:00 pm CT

ASERL Copyright Office Hour — February 2024

What copyright questions are vexing to you these days?  ASERL members and colleagues are invited to bring their challenging copyright-related questions to this lively discussion session with respected copyright/IP experts working in ASERL libraries.   REGISTER HERE:  https://emory.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJMtfu-rqjIuHNA4P31KicoRc-RDtCKRB_mt

Feb 22, 2024 - 2:00 pm ET/1:00 pm CT

Unlocking Potential Through Art: Spark Student Curiosity with Primary Source Literacy

Summary How is learning enhanced when students are empowered to select, research, describe, interpret, curate and present primary sources for the public? How can collaborative exploration of primary sources and interaction with a visiting artist and creator enhance the learning of future library and museum professionals and other interested students? Sauda Mitchell and Miriam Intrator […]

Feb 20, 2024 - 2:00 pm ET/1:00 pm CT

Crisis Communication: The Librarian’s Guide to Clear Communication Under Pressure

Summary In our current world, crisis is not an if it will occur, it’s a when it will occur. As librarian leaders, we want to be strategically prepared and proactive for crisis events. We may have qualified experts in headquarters who have crisis plans to help us, but when the crisis happens, we are the ones on the front […]

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Feb 20, 2024 - 11:00 am ET/10:00 am CT

ASERL Deans’ e-Update — Winter 2024

via Zoom

All ASERL Deans & Directors are encouraged to attend our next e-Update session, set for 11am ET/10am Central Time on February 20, 2024.  This session will provide news and updates following our recent change in membership criteria, an update from the 2024 Nominating Committee, ideas/polling to gauge member interest in future programs & projects, a […]

Feb 15, 2024 - 3:00 pm ET/2:00 pm CT

How to Create a Scholarly Communications Office

  Summary Join us for a discussion with Jeff Graveline, Associate Dean for Research and Scholarly Communication and Dr. Marla Hertz, Associate Professor and the Research Data Management (RDM) Librarian in the Office of Scholarly Communication who work at the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) Libraries.  They will be discussing his process for establishing […]

Feb 14, 2024 - 2:00 pm ET/1:00 pm CT

Digital Humanities and Emerging Technologies: Collaboration, Vision, and the Future

NOTE:  This webinar will not be recorded! Summary  This talk presents recent examples of digital humanities research that uses augmented reality and other emerging technologies in unique domains for archival and visualization purposes. Specifically, it will highlight a collaboration using augmented reality between Ohio State design professor Matt Lewis and staff from the Reynolds-Finley Historical […]

Feb 7, 2024 - 2:00 pm ET/1:00 pm CT

AI Challenges: Taking a Critical Look at Racial Bias and Ethics

  Join us for a conversation about the basics of AI tools and the challenges around Ethics and Racial Bias. The presentation will focus on the following topics: Introduction to AI Algorithmic Bias and its Impact Representation in Training Data Fairness and Equity Ethical Use of AI Transparency Community Engagement Education and Awareness Ongoing Monitoring […]

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Feb 7, 2024 - 10:00 am ET/9:00 am CT

ASERL Resource Sharing Community Call

via Zoom

Join resource sharing colleagues from across the Southeast's finest academic libraries to engage in focused topics of interest to the community. Find out what's happening across ASERL and help determine future directions for resource sharing in the consortium. Please register to attend.

Feb 1, 2024 - 2:00 pm ET/1:00 pm CT

Unpacking Peace of Mind: A Librarian’s Guide to Calming Relocation Jitters

  Summary You work hard from 9 to 5. Does where you live from 5 to 9 work for you? Like a successful career, real estate investments can help you build generational wealth. And changing jobs can provide an opportunity to optimize your property ventures. Whether relocating across the country or across town, learn how […]

Jan 30, 2024 - 2:00 pm ET/1:00 pm CT

Breaking Barriers: HBCU Legacy, Future Investments, and North Carolina A&T’s Success Model

Summary Explore the enduring legacy of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) despite historic underfunding and discuss future investment visions. Highlight the vital partnership between libraries and faculty, drawing inspiration from North Carolina's A&T successful model. Delve into the success story of North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University (NC A&T), exemplifying a decade-long trend […]

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