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Getting around Portland for MLA ’24
Thu May 16, 2024
Understanding how Portland is set up will help you navigate to where you where you want to be. Let me take you on a brief orientation, and then we can dive into how to get from point A to point B.
Blog link: Featured Articles
Getting around Portland for MLA ’24
Thu May 16, 2024
Understanding how Portland is set up will help you navigate to where you where you want to be. Let me take you on a brief orientation, and then we can dive into how to get from point A to point B.
Blog link: Featured Articles
AAHSL Leadership Diversity Scholarships for 2024
Thu May 16, 2024
The Association of Academic Health Sciences Libraries (AAHSL) Future Leadership Committee is pleased to announce four Leadership Diversity Scholarships for 2024 with funding up to $1,500 each.
Blog link: Announcements
Getting around Portland for MLA ’24
Thu May 16, 2024
Understanding how Portland is set up will help you navigate to where you where you want to be. Let me take you on a brief orientation, and then we can dive into how to get from point A to point B.
Blog link: Featured Articles
Tips for MLA ’24 First-Time Attendees
Thu May 16, 2024
Here are some ideas and tips for first-time attendees preparing for MLA '24.
Blog link: MLA '24 | Stronger Together
In the weeks leading up to MLA ‘24 in Portland, we are profiling the experts leading each of the symposium sessions by sharing their answers to questions about themselves and their session.
Blog link: MLA '24 | Stronger Together
Mark your calendars and get ready for an engaging discussion as Dr. Safiya Noble takes the stage as the John P. McGovern Lecture keynote speaker at the MLA ’24 in Portland, Oregon on May 20, 2024!
Blog link: Featured Articles
2024 Joseph Leiter NLM/MLA Lecture
Thu May 9, 2024
The Joseph Leiter NLM/MLA Lectureship was established in 1983 to foster intellectual collaboration between MLA and the National Library of Medicine (NLM). Don't miss Maia Hightower speak on AI in healthcare for this year's Leiter Lecture!
Blog link: Announcements
2024 Joseph Leiter NLM/MLA Lecture
Thu May 9, 2024
The Joseph Leiter NLM/MLA Lectureship was established in 1983 to foster intellectual collaboration between MLA and the National Library of Medicine (NLM). Don't miss Maia Hightower speak on AI in healthcare for this year's Leiter Lecture!
Blog link: Announcements
In the weeks before MLA ’24 in Portland, we are profiling the experts leading each of the symposium sessions by sharing their answers to questions about themselves and their session.
Blog link: MLA '24 | Stronger Together
Best Birding in Portland
Thu May 2, 2024
Discover Portland's birding hotspots! From Mt. Tabor's diverse species to the serene Crystal Springs Rhododendron Garden, explore bird species across the city. Join us in uncovering the beauty of nature while at MLA '24!
Blog link: MLA '24 | Stronger Together
Liberty Chapter Quasquicentennial Unconference
Thu May 2, 2024
The 2023 Liberty Chapter quasquicentennial event was a great success, featuring engaging discussions, networking opportunities, and a historical marker photo.
Blog link: Chapter Information
MLA ’24 Travel Grants
Thu May 2, 2024
MLA is pleased to announce the recipients of 2024 Annual Conference Travel Grants.
Blog link: MLA '24 | Stronger Together
Liberty Chapter Quasquicentennial Unconference
Thu May 2, 2024
The 2023 Liberty Chapter quasquicentennial event was a great success, featuring engaging discussions, networking opportunities, and a historical marker photo.
Blog link: Chapter Information
In the weeks leading up to MLA ’24 in Portland, we’ll profile the experts leading each of the symposium sessions by sharing their answers to questions about themselves and their session. We continue the series with Patrick Short.
Blog link: MLA '24 | Stronger Together
Liberty Chapter Quasquicentennial Unconference
Thu May 2, 2024
The 2023 Liberty Chapter quasquicentennial event was a great success, featuring engaging discussions, networking opportunities, and a historical marker photo.
Blog link: Chapter Information
Liberty Chapter Quasquicentennial Unconference
Thu May 2, 2024
The 2023 Liberty Chapter quasquicentennial event was a great success, featuring engaging discussions, networking opportunities, and a historical marker photo.
Blog link: Chapter Information
Tour the Historic Multnomah County Central Library in Portland, Oregon
Thu April 25, 2024
The Central Branch of Multnomah County Library is the shining pearl of the local public library system in Portland, Oregon for MLA '24!
Blog link: MLA '24 | Stronger Together
Gratitude for Your Support
Thu April 25, 2024
We appreciate all those who generously donated to MLA in the year 2023. Thank you for your invaluable support and for your continued efforts in championing the profession and the association.
Blog link: Featured Articles
Shape the Future of Library Research
Thu April 25, 2024
Help shake things up this season and join us in creating a new Editorial Board for Hypothesis! We invite anyone dedicated to work in support of driving the future of the journal through guidance and outspokenness.
Blog link: Announcements
In the weeks leading up to MLA ‘24 in Portland, we’ll profile the experts leading each of the symposium sessions by sharing their answers to questions about themselves and their session.
Blog link: MLA '24 | Stronger Together
Shape the Future of Library Research
Thu April 25, 2024
Help shake things up this season and join us in creating a new Editorial Board for Hypothesis! We invite anyone dedicated to work in support of driving the future of the journal through guidance and outspokenness.
Blog link: Announcements
Portland Fiber Arts
Thu April 25, 2024
Do you enjoy bringing your latest knitting, embroidery, or crocheting project to the annual conference? Mel Davies is here to share tips about great fiber arts stores and events that might interest you while in Portland at MLA ’24. We can't wait to see all of your projects in between sessions!
Blog link: MLA '24 | Stronger Together
Research Training Institute (RTI) Virtual Poster Session
Thu April 18, 2024
Unlock the world of research at the Research Training Institute (RTI) session! Dive into fast-paced "ignite" talks by RTI participants showcasing projects.
Blog link: Featured Articles
Research Training Institute (RTI) Virtual Poster Session
Thu April 18, 2024
Unlock the world of research at the Research Training Institute (RTI) session! Dive into fast-paced "ignite" talks by RTI participants showcasing projects.
Blog link: Featured Articles
A Transformative Reason to Start MLA ’24 a Day Early
Thu April 18, 2024
If you are a library or health information professional planning to attend MLA ’24, consider arriving a day early to attend the AI Summit: Why AI? Transforming the Health Information Profession.
Blog link: MLA '24 | Stronger Together
Portland Wine Country
Thu April 18, 2024
Heading to Portland for MLA '24? Embark on an Oregon wine adventure that will thrill your inner sommelier.
Blog link: MLA '24 | Stronger Together
MLA ’24 Call for Volunteers
Thu April 11, 2024
The Medical Library Association (MLA) Local Arrangements Committee is looking for volunteers for the annual conference in Portland, Oregon from May 18-21, 2024. We have volunteer opportunities for the Hospitality Booth and Career Center.
Blog link: Featured Articles
Be Well MLA: Financial Health Literacy Check-Up
Thu April 11, 2024
You are invited to participate in the monthly Be Well Wednesday series! The Be Well MLA initiative promotes wellness and well-being among Medical Library Association members.
Blog link: Announcements
In the weeks leading up to MLA ‘24 in Portland, we’ll profile the conference Continuing Education instructors and their courses. We continue the series this week with Janet Crum who, with Elisa Cortez, teaches The Joy of Project Management! Managing All Projects, Large and Small.
Blog link: MLA '24 | Stronger Together
MLA ’24 Health & Safety Protocols
Thu April 11, 2024
To ensure the health and safety of all attendees of MLA ’24, please review the following guidelines for MLA ’24.
Blog link: MLA '24 | Stronger Together
In the weeks leading up to MLA ‘24 in Portland, we’ll profile the experts leading each of the symposium sessions by sharing their answers to questions about themselves and their session. We continue the series with the presenters of Data Equity: Exploring What It Is and Why It Matters.
Blog link: MLA '24 | Stronger Together
In the weeks leading up to MLA ‘24 in Portland, we’ll profile the experts leading each of the symposium sessions by sharing their answers to questions about themselves and their session. We continue the series with the moderator and presenters of AI, Machine Learning, and Collections.
Blog link: MLA '24 | Stronger Together
Portland Music Scene
Thu April 11, 2024
Portland has a world class live music scene. As a halfway point along the west coast, many mainstream acts find enthusiastic audiences in Portland. Check out a show while you're at MLA '24.
Blog link: MLA '24 | Stronger Together
Make New Connections at MLA ’24: Sign Up Today!
Thu April 4, 2024
Sign up as either a mentor or mentee for this year’s Colleague Connection, presented by the MLA Membership Committee.
Blog link: MLA '24 | Stronger Together
Hypothesis Spring Issue Available
Thu April 4, 2024
Spring is here and Hypothesis is publishing its first issue of the year! We thank everyone involved for their dedication and hard work in support of publishing this timely research.
Blog link: Announcements
Hypothesis Spring Issue Available
Thu April 4, 2024
Spring is here and Hypothesis is publishing its first issue of the year! We thank everyone involved for their dedication and hard work in support of publishing this timely research.
Blog link: Announcements
MLA '24 Continuing Education: Meet Susan Kendall
Thu April 4, 2024
In the weeks leading up to MLA ’24 in Portland, we’ll profile the conference Continuing Education instructors and their courses. We continue the series this week with Susan Kendall (SK), who teach CE 201 - Collections Budgeting: It's More than Spreadsheets.
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Registration is required and you do not
Blog link: MLA '24 | Stronger Together
In the weeks leading up to MLA ‘24 in Portland, we’ll profile the experts leading each of the symposium sessions by sharing their answers to questions about themselves and their session. We continue the series with Inclusive Library Leadership: Empathy, Care, and Compassion as Leadership Strengths.
Blog link: MLA '24 | Stronger Together
MLA '24 Designer Wins Silver MUSE Award
Thu April 4, 2024
We're excited to announce the MLA '24 Brand Guidelines was awarded the silver MUSE Award for Corporate Identity-Brand Identity!