As a follow up to popular series "Why I Left the Profession --DEI Perspective" --- "Why Do I Stay --The DEI Perspective" series is taking a closer look at resiliency and optimism in the face of many obstacles and challenges. This series was inspired by the wonderful Kenya Flash who passed away last year after […]
Description: When we think about library advocacy work, we often think about issues impacting libraries but what about library workers? Why is library advocacy work important now? This panel discussion brings library workers (academic, public, and school) who are advocating for libraries in different ways. The discussion will focus on how library workers can […]
The Association of Southeastern Research Libraries (ASERL) recently updated its membership criteria, leading to numerous inquiries from libraries seeking more information about our programming, requirements, and costs. Anyone who is ASERL-curious is invited to join us on Zoom for this Informational Open House on March 13 to learn more about what ASERL has to offer. […]
This session will introduce participants to the neurodiversity employment movement and its impact in other fields, such as IT. The presenters will also share results from an IMLS-funded initiative that highlights the voices of neurodivergent librarians and their journey of negotiating identity as they face barriers and enablers to their success. Neurodivergent librarians are an […]
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 […]
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
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
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]