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Check out the MLA Grants and Scholarships
Thu November 18, 2021
Apply for the new MLA grants and scholarships by January 6!
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I Am MLA: Marilyn M. Goff
Thu November 18, 2021
Get to know your fellow MLA member Marilyn M. Goff!
Blog link: I Am MLA (public)
Virtual Drop-In Sessions: Research Training Institute
Thu November 18, 2021
Join us for a virtual drop-in session for the Research Training Institute (RTI) and get answers for your application questions.
Blog link: RTI News
I Am MLA: Jess Callaway
Thu November 11, 2021
Get to know your fellow MLA member Jess Callaway!
Blog link: I Am MLA (public)
Celebrate the 75th Anniversary of Marcia C. Noyes's Passing
Thu November 11, 2021
On Wednesday, November 24, 2021, there will be gathering at the grave of Marcia C. Noyes at Baltimore's Greenmount Cemetery to pay our respects to her.
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Learn from Others' Perspectives. Sign up for MLA’s Living Library
Thu November 4, 2021
Sign up today to talk to a living "book" about their lived experience.
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Learn from Others' Perspectives. Sign up for MLA’s Living Library
Thu November 4, 2021
Sign up today to talk to a living "book" about their lived experience.
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MLA 2022 Awards Deadline Extended
Thu October 28, 2021
The deadline for all MLA Awards submissions has been extended to November 15, 2021.
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We Invite You to Apply to Become a 2022 MLA Research Training Institute Fellow
Thu October 28, 2021
Submit your application to become an RTI Fellow b January 12.
Blog link: RTI News
I Am MLA: Jon Crossno
Thu October 21, 2021
Get to know your fellow MLA member Jon Crossno!
Blog link: I Am MLA (public)
Research Training Institute TODAY + Upcoming MLA vConnections Meetings
Thu October 21, 2021
Take time to make meaningful connections with your colleagues and their work by attending these upcoming vConnections.
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New Call for Book Proposals: Building Health Sciences Collections Development
Thu October 21, 2021
MLA’s Books Panel is seeking proposals by November 23 on the topic of Building Health Sciences Collections.
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MLEC Webinar: Using Google Jamboard in Online Instruction
Thu October 21, 2021
The Medical Library Education Caucus webinar “Using Google Jamboard in Online Instruction” will take place on November 11.
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Now Accepting Applications for Research-Related Grants and Fellowships
Thu October 21, 2021
Apply now for the Eugene Garfield Research Fellowship, Donald A. B. Lindberg Research Fellowship, or MLA Research, Development, and Demonstration Project Grant.
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Save the Date! Making Sense of Basic Science: A Reflection on Lab Culture
Thu October 21, 2021
This webinar on November 4 will feature a panel discussion with three scientists-turned-librarians and the Basic Science Caucus chair.
Blog link: Announcements
I Am MLA: Joe Price
Thu October 14, 2021
Get to know your fellow MLA member Joe Price!
Blog link: I Am MLA (public)
Save the Date! Open Forum: MLA Vision 2048
Thu October 14, 2021
Join MLA’s Vision 2048 Task Force at an open forum and share your ideas about the future of the profession and MLA.
Blog link: Announcements
Seeking Editors for the Information Services Hub
Thu October 14, 2021
If you are interested in becoming a hub editor for MLAConnect, please reach out to christine.willis@choa.org.
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Deadline Extension: Submit to MLA ‘22 by October 27
Thu October 14, 2021
Paper abstracts and immersion sessions for MLA ‘22 are due October 27.
Blog link: MLA '22 | Reconnect, Renew, Reflect
New Name, Clearer Mission: The Health Equity & Global Health Domain Hub
Thu October 14, 2021
The Health Equity & Global Health Domain Hub's vision is to improve the development, access, dissemination, and understanding of health information for and by diverse populations in the US and globally to improve the health of populations.
Blog link: Health Equity & Global Health
I Am MLA: Andi Parrish
Thu October 7, 2021
Get to know your fellow MLA member Andi Parrish!
Blog link: I Am MLA (public)
A revised version of the guide Recruiting and Selecting an Academic Health Sciences Library Director is now available on the AAHSL website.
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Call for MLA '22 Reviewers
Thu September 30, 2021
Sign up by October 11 to review papers, posters, and lightning talk abstracts for MLA ’22.
Blog link: MLA '22 | Reconnect, Renew, Reflect
MLA ‘22 Update: Don’t Miss Your Chance to Submit Paper Abstracts and Immersion Sessions
Thu September 30, 2021
The deadline to submit for MLA '22 is October 27.
Blog link: MLA '22 | Reconnect, Renew, Reflect
October is National Medical Librarians Month
Thu September 30, 2021
This year’s theme for NMLM is Avoid Health Misinformation: Partner with a Medical Librarian.
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I Am MLA: Bette Bissonnette
Thu September 30, 2021
Get to know your fellow MLA member Bette Bissonnette!
Blog link: I Am MLA (public)
JMLA Editor-in-Chief Transitions to New Role
Thu September 23, 2021
The MLA is grateful to Katherine Akers for her dedication and contribution to the success of JMLA and welcomes Alex Carroll as interim editor-in-chief.
Blog link: Announcements
Call for 2022 Award Nominations
Thu September 23, 2021
Nominations for MLA awards are due November 1.
Blog link: Announcements
I Am MLA: Sonya Lemke
Thu September 16, 2021
Get to know your fellow MLA member Sonya Lemke!
Blog link: I Am MLA (public)
Sign up to attend this symposium from the Louis Stokes Health Sciences Library and the Vernon E. Jordan, Jr., Esq. Law Library at Howard University.
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SCC/MLA Annual Meeting to Be Held October 12–14, 2021
Thu September 9, 2021
Join the South Central Chapter for their 2021 annual meeting, Armadillos Together.
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Midyear Reports Due October 15
Thu September 9, 2021
It’s time for MLA leaders to submit midyear reports. See MLANET for reporting details.
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I Am MLA: Janet Crum
Thu September 9, 2021
Meet your fellow MLA member Janet Crum!
Blog link: I Am MLA (public)
October Continuing Education
Thu September 9, 2021
Check out the October offerings for webinars, instructor-led courses, and self-paced courses.
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Helping New Orleans After Ida
Fri September 3, 2021
The city of New Orleans needs our help now! While MLA '22 is months away, let's lend a hand to our colleagues and the citizens of New Orleans.
Blog link: MLA '22 | Reconnect, Renew, Reflect
Tips for Submitting to MLA '22
Thu September 2, 2021
Follow these tips when submitting for MLA '22!
Blog link: MLA '22 | Reconnect, Renew, Reflect
You Are MLA
Thu September 2, 2021
Answer some brief questions about your career, interests, and hobbies to become our next featured I Am MLA profile.
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I Am MLA: David G. Keddle
Thu September 2, 2021
Get to know your fellow MLA member David G. Keddle!
Blog link: I Am MLA (public)
Introducing the New Social Justice and Health Disparities Action Club
Thu September 2, 2021
This new event series focuses on tangible actions that MLA members have taken to further anti-oppressive efforts in their communities.
Blog link: Health Equity & Global Health
MLA ‘22 Open Forum Recording Now Available
Thu September 2, 2021
Are you excited about MLA ‘22 in New Orleans—but missed the Open Forum? Watch the recording now!
Blog link: Announcements
I Am MLA: Danielle Linden
Thu August 26, 2021
Get to know your fellow MLA member Danielle Linden!
Blog link: I Am MLA (public)
AAHSL and NLM Announce 2021/2022 Leadership Fellows and Mentors
Thu August 26, 2021
The NLM/AAHSL Leadership Fellows Program prepares emerging leaders for director positions in academic health sciences libraries. Meet the fellows and mentors for 2021/2022.
Blog link: Announcements
Build your professional network. Sign up for MLA’s Virtual Colleague Connection!
Thu August 26, 2021
Sign up by September 17 to be a Colleague Connection mentor or mentee.
Blog link: Announcements
I Am MLA: Cindy Gruwell
Thu August 19, 2021
Get to know your fellow MLA member Cindy Gruwell!
Blog link: I Am MLA (public)
Jennifer Westrick's research found that many medical librarians, while comfortable in their ability to locate trials for systematic reviews, would be interested in learning more about clinical trial types.
Blog link: RTI News
Call for Feedback on the COVID-19 Resources Page
Thu August 19, 2021
What would you like to see added to the COVID-19 resources page?
Blog link: Announcements
Call for Papers and Immersion Sessions for MLA ’22
Wed August 18, 2021
Submissions for MLA '22 are due October 27, 2021.
Blog link: MLA '22 | Reconnect, Renew, Reflect
I Am MLA: Brian L. Baker
Thu August 12, 2021
Get to know your fellow MLA member Brian L. Baker!
Blog link: I Am MLA (public)
Applications are open to the NLM's Michael E. DeBakey Fellowship in the History of Medicine. Apply by September 30, 2021.
Blog link: Announcements
Calling All Authors! MLA Call for Book Proposals
Thu August 12, 2021
MLA is looking for potential editors and authors for books on suggested topics. We'd also love to hear your latest and greatest ideas for new topics.
Blog link: Announcements
NIH Releases 2021–2025 Strategic Plan
Thu August 5, 2021
The 2021–2025 NIH-Wide Strategic Plan seeks to advance the vision for biomedical research direction, capacity, and stewardship.
Blog link: Announcements
Registration is Open for NAHSL 2021 Virtual Conference October 25–26
Thu August 5, 2021
Join the NAHSL for programming, inspiration, and camaraderie October 25–26.
Blog link: Announcements
Connecting with the Global Health Librarian Community
Thu August 5, 2021
MLA President Kris Alpi, FMLA, AHIP, reports on attending virtual meetings and meeting international colleagues.
Blog link: Health Equity & Global Health
Mary Pat Harnegie set out to determine levels of use and satisfaction with library services. She found that physical space is a key asset and electronic access has high levels of satisfaction.
Blog link: RTI News
Announcing New JMLA Editorial Board Members
Thu August 5, 2021
Welcome to the ten new JMLA editorial board members!
Blog link: Full Speed Ahead
I Am MLA: Carrie Forbes
Thu August 5, 2021
Get to know your fellow MLA member Carrie Forbes!
Blog link: I Am MLA (public)
Sign Up for the Next MLA Virtual Colleague Connection!
Thu August 5, 2021
Colleague Connection is pairing new members with experienced members. Sign up to become a mentee or mentor today!
Blog link: Announcements
Beverly Murphy, AHIP, FMLA, Receives the 2021 Marcia C. Noyes Award
Thu July 29, 2021
Congratulations to Beverly Murphy, AHIP, FMLA, for receiving the highest honor that MLA confers, the Marcia C. Noyes Award.
Blog link: Full Speed Ahead
Come to MLA ‘22 in New Orleans!
Thu July 29, 2021
Join us on August 5 for details on MLA '22 in New Orleans. You'll be able to ask questions and learn who won the New Orleans–themed raffle prizes!
Blog link: MLA '22 | Reconnect, Renew, Reflect
Racial and gender disparities in management roles persist in various career fields in the United States, including librarianship. The lack of diversity raises concerns for information sharing and knowledge. Changes to library management structures and methods may be key to resolving the issues.
Blog link: Full Speed Ahead
2021 Research Caucus Research Awards
Thu July 1, 2021
Congratulations to the winning research papers and posters from the MLA’21 vConference!
Blog link: MLA '21 | Transforming Our Diversifying Communities
I Am MLA: Shalu Gillum
Thu July 1, 2021
Meet I Am MLA Ambassador Shalu Gillum!
Blog link: I Am MLA (public)
Librarians Share Their Pandemic Experiences
Thu June 24, 2021
Libraries adapted to drastic changes in the last year. Read about the resilience of six librarians in Africa, Latin America, and North America.
Blog link: Health Equity & Global Health
MLA ’21 Books (& More) Recommended Reading List
Thu June 24, 2021
Check out the books, articles, websites, videos, and music recommended during MLA '21.
Blog link: MLA '21 | Transforming Our Diversifying Communities
I Am MLA: Neville Prendergast
Thu June 24, 2021
Meet I Am MLA Ambassador Neville Prendergast!
Blog link: I Am MLA (public)
I Am MLA: Julia M. Esparza
Thu June 17, 2021
Meet I Am MLA Ambassador Julia M. Esparza!
Blog link: I Am MLA (public)
Socially Responsible Investment
Thu June 17, 2021
Socially responsible investment is one of the objectives of MLA’s overall strategy on diversity, equity and inclusion. We now have an investment policy that includes objectives in community, employees, environment and governance.
Blog link: Full Speed Ahead
EFTS Unbilled Transactions Announcement
Thu June 17, 2021
Starting June 29, 2021, any unbilled transaction 180 days or older will be set to a $0 price and system approved. As a result, those transactions will appear in the "paid" tab for both the lender and borrower, at a $0 price.
Blog link: Full Speed Ahead
I Am MLA: Hanna Schmillen
Thu June 10, 2021
Meet I Am MLA Ambassador Hanna Schmillen!
Blog link: I Am MLA (public)
Research Interests of 2021 RTI Applicants
Thu June 10, 2021
What are your research interests? Compare with the word cloud of interests from applicants to the 2021 RTI program.
Blog link: RTI News
EFTS Custom Pricing Groups Now Launched
Thu June 10, 2021
Lending libraries who have to apply special pricing to one or more libraries, and that cannot do this via a DOCLINE group, can now create a custom pricing group with an associated ILL pricing table. This will result in lower admin time.
Blog link: Full Speed Ahead
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