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The new ALA division Core: Leadership, Infrastructure, Futures is delighted to announce the launch of the Library Assessment Repository (LAR). This repository is a collaborative resource curated by an international community of assessment librarians intended to give new and established professionals a single source of useful resources relating to library…Continue Reading
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We are pleased to introduce Core Classroom, a unique, hands-on virtual workshop and continuing education opportunity for librarians and library staff. The upcoming November classroom is all about library technology. Core Classroom consists of two to four live instructive sessions with class assignments followed by group discussions. Our first classroom event will…Continue Reading
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The November 3-4 discussion is an opportunity for participants to learn more about Core’s vision, mission, and values, give input to help shape the new organization, explore what a library professional organization might offer in the COVID age and beyond, explore how your professional interests intersect with the six Core sections,…Continue Reading
On November 20th from 11:30 am – 12:00pm Central Time, Elizabeth Bush and Andy Hamilton will present their session topic, “Stop, Collaborate and Listen.” Participants in this Core Virtual Forum session will learn the latest innovative and creative ways to engage your community through the use of library technology and resources.…Continue Reading
Did you know that Core has six specialty sections? Our sections are member-only networks that focus on specific areas of interests supporting core library work. You can join as many sections as you like for free as part of your membership. Just go to a new section and use the…Continue Reading
We are pleased to announce the results of the 2020-21 Core election. Christopher J. Cronin, Associate University Librarian for Collections at Columbia University, has been elected as the first President of Core: Leadership, Infrastructure, Futures. His term will begin immediately and he will serve as President until June 30, 2021,…Continue Reading
On November 18th at 12:45 pm Central Time, Kristen Hogan and Christina Juste will facilitate this interactive workshop, “Student Organizer and Library Partnerships for Textbook Access: First Generation and Low Income Textbook Library.” This Core Virtual Forum session will support participants to plan for or share ideas from their own…Continue Reading
*Core Webinars Available for Free to ALA Student Members and LIS Faculty. Continuing Education Opportunities Learn the latest techniques to keep your library safe with this Core webinar on October 27. Register now. Rapidly Implementing a Contactless ServicePresenters: Margaret Heller and Chris MartinTuesday, October 271:00pm – 2:00pm CDT Learn the most current…Continue Reading
Core Connect is now LIVE. Core Connect is our members-only network designed for sharing information, engaging with colleagues, and the go-to portal for instant Core updates. Have you noticed the Connect platform has a new look? Watch this Core 101 video tutorial and learn how to navigate the Connect platform…Continue Reading
Dear Core Member: Welcome to our first election as Core! Voting is now open and will continue through October 25. Election results will be announced October 26, and the new Board will be seated November 2. On the ballot, you will see three candidates for President and two candidates for…Continue Reading
