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I Am MLA

I Am MLA showcases the talented, engaged, and diverse membership and promotes the value of diversity and inclusion both in MLA and among its members.

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MLA '22 Conference & Exhibits

Discover what your peers are planning for the May 2022 Annual Conference and Exhibits in New Orleans, LA

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MLAConnect

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Report from the Field: Researching Interlibrary Loan/Document Delivery Usage by Health Sciences Libraries during the COVID-19 Pandemic

By: Jeannine Creazzo, AHIP

Thu December 2, 2021

ILL requests seemed to increase during COVID. This team of researchers examined how libraries can adapt their ILL services and workflows during emergencies.

Blog link: Featured Articles

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Recruitment for JMLA Editor-in-Chief Is Underway

By: T. Scott Plutchak, AHIP, FMLA

Thu December 2, 2021

MLA is encouraging applications for Editor-in-Chief of JMLA. This position has the opportunity to make a powerful impact on the course of scholarly communication.

Blog link: Announcements

COVID-19 precautions in New Orleans

By: Jennifer K. Lloyd, AHIP

Tue November 30, 2021

Until late October 2021, both the state of Louisiana and the city of New Orleans had a mask mandate. When the mandate was lifted, it was stipulated that masks “should still be worn in private businesses and workplaces which require them.”

Blog link: MLA '22 | Reconnect, Renew, Reflect

New Orleans: A City Like No Other!

By: Amy L Corder

Mon November 29, 2021

MLA '22 takes place from May 4-6, 2022 in downtown New Orleans, Louisiana!

Blog link: MLA '22 | Reconnect, Renew, Reflect

Virtual Drop-In Sessions: Research Training Institute

By: Debra Cavanaugh

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: Marilyn M. Goff

By: Marilyn M. Goff, AHIP

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

By: Debra Cavanaugh

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

By: Jess L Callaway, AHIP

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

By: Mary M Langman

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.

Blog link: Announcements

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Nominate a Colleague Today

By: Maria Lopez

Thu November 4, 2021

Consider nominating a colleague for one of MLA’ most distinguished awards.

Blog link: Announcements

Learn from Others' Perspectives. Sign up for MLA’s Living Library

By: Tomi Gunn

Thu November 4, 2021

Sign up today to talk to a living "book" about their lived experience.

Blog link: Announcements

MLA 2022 Awards Deadline Extended

By: Maria Lopez

Thu October 28, 2021

The deadline for all MLA Awards submissions has been extended to November 15, 2021.

Blog link: Announcements

We Invite You to Apply to Become a 2022 MLA Research Training Institute Fellow

By: Susan Lessick, AHIP, FMLA

Thu October 28, 2021

Submit your application to become an RTI Fellow b January 12.

Blog link: RTI News

I Am MLA: Jon Crossno

By: Jon Crossno, AHIP

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

By: Maria Lopez

Thu October 21, 2021

Take time to make meaningful connections with your colleagues and their work by attending these upcoming vConnections.

Blog link: Announcements

New Call for Book Proposals: Building Health Sciences Collections Development

By: Jamie Hart Birkner

Thu October 21, 2021

MLA’s Books Panel is seeking proposals by November 23 on the topic of Building Health Sciences Collections.

Blog link: Announcements

MLEC Webinar: Using Google Jamboard in Online Instruction

By: Emily Vardell, AHIP

Thu October 21, 2021

The Medical Library Education Caucus webinar “Using Google Jamboard in Online Instruction” will take place on November 11.

Blog link: Announcements

Now Accepting Applications for Research-Related Grants and Fellowships

By: Maria Lopez

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.

Blog link: Announcements

Save the Date! Making Sense of Basic Science: A Reflection on Lab Culture

By: Stacey E Wahl, AHIP

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

By: 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

By: Charlotte Beyer, AHIP

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

By: Christine Willis, AHIP

Thu October 14, 2021

If you are interested in becoming a hub editor for MLAConnect, please reach out to christine.willis@choa.org.

Blog link: Announcements

Deadline Extension: Submit to MLA ‘22 by October 27

By: MLA Headquarters

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

By: Kathryn M. Houk, AHIP

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

By: Andi Parrish

Thu October 7, 2021

Get to know your fellow MLA member Andi Parrish!

Blog link: I Am MLA (public)

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AAHSL Releases 2021 Guide for Recruiting an Academic Health Sciences Library Director

By: Patricia L. Thibodeau, AHIP, FMLA

Thu October 7, 2021

A revised version of the guide Recruiting and Selecting an Academic Health Sciences Library Director is now available on the AAHSL website.

Blog link: Announcements

Call for MLA '22 Reviewers

By: Mary Piorun, PhD, AHIP

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

By: Emily J. Hurst

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

By: Tomi Gunn

Thu September 30, 2021

This year’s theme for NMLM is Avoid Health Misinformation: Partner with a Medical Librarian.

Blog link: Announcements

I Am MLA: Bette Bissonnette

By: Bette Bissonnette, AHIP

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

By: Brenda M. Linares, AHIP

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

By: Maria Lopez

Thu September 23, 2021

Nominations for MLA awards are due November 1.

Blog link: Announcements

I Am MLA: Sonya Lemke

By: Sonya Lemke, AHIP

Thu September 16, 2021

Get to know your fellow MLA member Sonya Lemke!

Blog link: I Am MLA (public)

Challenges and Legal Implications of Misinformation in Health Disparities and Health Policies that Affect Minority Groups in the US

By: Jeremy Gunnoe

Thu September 9, 2021

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.

Blog link: Announcements

SCC/MLA Annual Meeting to Be Held October 12–14, 2021

By: Katie Prentice

Thu September 9, 2021

Join the South Central Chapter for their 2021 annual meeting, Armadillos Together.

Blog link: Announcements

Midyear Reports Due October 15

By: Maria Lopez

Thu September 9, 2021

It’s time for MLA leaders to submit midyear reports. See MLANET for reporting details.

Blog link: Announcements

I Am MLA: Janet Crum

By: Janet Crum, AHIP

Thu September 9, 2021

Meet your fellow MLA member Janet Crum!

Blog link: I Am MLA (public)

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October Continuing Education

By: MLA Headquarters

Thu September 9, 2021

Check out the October offerings for webinars, instructor-led courses, and self-paced courses.

Blog link: Announcements

Helping New Orleans After Ida

By: Emily J. Hurst

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

By: Kathryn Vela, AHIP

Thu September 2, 2021

Follow these tips when submitting for MLA '22!

Blog link: MLA '22 | Reconnect, Renew, Reflect

You Are MLA

By: MLA Headquarters

Thu September 2, 2021

Answer some brief questions about your career, interests, and hobbies to become our next featured I Am MLA profile.

Blog link: Announcements

I Am MLA: David G. Keddle

By: 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

By: MLA Headquarters

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

By: MLA Headquarters

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

By: Danielle N. Linden, AHIP

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

By: Patricia L. Thibodeau, AHIP, FMLA

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!

By: Nell Aronoff

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

By: Cindy Gruwell

Thu August 19, 2021

Get to know your fellow MLA member Cindy Gruwell!

Blog link: I Am MLA (public)

Librarians Advancing Interdisciplinary Research: MLA Comments on Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health (ARPA-H)

By: Kristine M. Alpi, AHIP, FMLA

Thu August 19, 2021

Kris Alpi spoke on ARPA-H during Listening Session 9

Blog link: Full Speed Ahead

RTI Research Spotlight: Latest Research Reveals There Is No Easy Method to Identify Clinical Trials in Systematic Reviews

By: Jennifer C Westrick, AHIP

Thu August 19, 2021

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

By: Angela Spencer, AHIP

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

By: Lisa A. Marks, AHIP

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

By: Brian Lee Baker

Thu August 12, 2021

Get to know your fellow MLA member Brian L. Baker!

Blog link: I Am MLA (public)

NLM Welcomes Applications to Its Michael E. DeBakey Fellowship in the History of Medicine for 2022

By: Christine Willis, AHIP

Thu August 12, 2021

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

By: Jamie L. Conklin

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

By: Patricia Brennan

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

By: Susan A. Warthman, AHIP

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

By: Kristine M. Alpi, AHIP, FMLA

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

RTI Research Spotlight: Multiyear Assessment Reveals Utilization Patterns and Preferences of Residents/Fellows with Some Surprising Results

By: Mary Pat Harnegie, AHIP

Thu August 5, 2021

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

By: Katherine Goold Akers

Thu August 5, 2021

Welcome to the ten new JMLA editorial board members!

Blog link: Full Speed Ahead

I Am MLA: Carrie Forbes

By: 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!

By: Nell Aronoff

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

By: MLA Headquarters

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!

By: Emily J. Hurst

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

Leadership in Libraries: Promoting Diverse, Equitable & Inclusive Environments

By: Briana Christensen

Thu July 15, 2021

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

By: Lindsay E Blake, AHIP

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

By: Shalu Gillum, AHIP

Thu July 1, 2021

Meet I Am MLA Ambassador Shalu Gillum!

Blog link: I Am MLA (public)

Librarians Share Their Pandemic Experiences

By: Lilian Hoffecker

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

By: Angela Spencer, AHIP

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

By: Neville D. Prendergast

Thu June 24, 2021

Meet I Am MLA Ambassador Neville Prendergast!

Blog link: I Am MLA (public)

I Am MLA: Julia M. Esparza

By: Julia Esparza, AHIP

Thu June 17, 2021

Meet I Am MLA Ambassador Julia M. Esparza!

Blog link: I Am MLA (public)

Socially Responsible Investment

By: Shannon D Jones, AHIP

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

By: Kevin Baliozian

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

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