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RTI Research Spotlight: Graduate Students' Perceptions of Jobs in Health Sciences Libraries

RTI Research Spotlight: Graduate Students' Perceptions of Jobs in Health Sciences Libraries
By: Christi Piper
Thu November 30, 2023
If you're involved in hiring or creating graduate student roles in your health sciences library, this article is a must-read for practical suggestions on meeting the expectations of aspiring professionals. Don't miss out on the chance to enhance your recruitment strategy!
Blog link: Featured Articles

MLA’s Research Training Institute: Why Should I Apply?

By: Susan Lessick, AHIP, FMLA
Thu November 30, 2023
Do you want to become a research expert? Look no further. Assessment Findings have found MLA’s Research Training Institute (RTI) Fellowship Program is highly effective in increasing the level of research knowledge, confidence, and productivity of participants. Apply today!
Blog link: RTI News

RTI Research Spotlight: Graduate Students' Perceptions of Jobs in Health Sciences Libraries

By: Christi Piper
Thu November 30, 2023
If you're involved in hiring or creating graduate student roles in your health sciences library, this article is a must-read for practical suggestions on meeting the expectations of aspiring professionals. Don't miss out on the chance to enhance your recruitment strategy!
Blog link: Featured Articles

Virtual Library Scavenger Hunt

By: Kathryn Vela
Thu November 16, 2023
What did your library do to raise awareness during National Medical Librarians Month? St. Luke’s Library in Boise, Idaho, offered the opportunity to learn more about library services and resources through a virtual library scavenger hunt.
Blog link: Announcements

RTI Research Spotlight: Assessing Health Information Literacy Among Nursing Students Across Three Learning Environments

By: Ying Zhong
Thu November 16, 2023
Discover where nursing students shine and where they need support in utilizing library services. From confidence levels to information-seeking behaviors, Ying Zhong's findings shed light on key insights for enhancing health Information Literacy (IL).
Blog link: RTI News

National Medical Librarian Month Impact Story: Heidi Sue Adams

By: Tomi Gunn
Thu October 19, 2023
In honor of National Medical Librarian's Month, share your story! Let us know how you’re making an impact and the value you bring to your institution. This week hear from Heidi Sue Adams.
Blog link: Announcements

Final Call for Award Nominations

By: MLA Headquarters
Thu October 12, 2023
Now is the time to consider nominating your peers for their accomplishments. The deadline for all nominations, submissions, and supporting documents is October 15, 2023.
Blog link: Announcements

Hitch Your Star to the 2024-25 Rising Stars Leadership Program! Deadline: October 15, 2023

By: Barry Grant
Thu October 12, 2023
Apply today for MLA Rising Stars Leadership Program! The application deadline is October 15, 2023.
Blog link: Announcements

Act Now to Nominate a Colleague for MLA Awards and Honors

By: MLA Headquarters
Thu October 5, 2023
Participate in recognizing outstanding medical librarians and their contributions. Nominate someone today!
Blog link: Announcements

Research, Development, and Demonstration Project Grant Application Open

By: Danielle N. Linden, AHIP
Thu October 5, 2023
MLA is now accepting applications for the Research, Development, and Demonstration Project Grant. Submit today!
Blog link: Announcements

How to Celebrate National Medical Librarians Month

By: Tomi Gunn
Thu October 5, 2023
National Medical Librarians Month (NMLM) is an annual observance that recognizes and appreciates the critical role that health information professionals play in healthcare, research, and education. Learn how you can celebrate this month!
Blog link: Announcements

Naegele, Ray (Honorary Member)

By: Mary M Langman
Wed October 4, 2023
Ray Naegele, Honorary Member
Blog link: MLA Fellows

Connecting Clinicians Searching the Open Web with Library Resources (Sponsored by Third Iron)

By: MLA Headquarters
Thu September 28, 2023
Free webinar! Space is limited so register today for the LibKey Nomad webinar all about connecting open web researchers to the full text. Don't miss out!
Blog link: Vendor Webinars

Connecting Clinicians Searching the Open Web with Library Resources (Sponsored by Third Iron)

By: MLA Headquarters
Thu September 28, 2023
Free webinar! Space is limited so register today for the LibKey Nomad webinar all about connecting open web researchers to the full text. Don't miss out!
Blog link: Vendor Webinars

Call for Nominations for the 2024 MLA Election

By: Shannon D Jones, AHIP, FMLA
Thu September 28, 2023
Potential candidates for the 2024 MLA election: now is your chance! Please complete the nomination form if you would like to recommend a colleague to serve as president, on the board of directors, or to be considered yourself.
Blog link: Announcements

Girouard, Linné

By: Mary M Langman
Fri September 22, 2023
Linné Girouard, Fellow
Blog link: MLA Fellows

Eldredge, Jonathan (PhD)

By: Mary M Langman
Fri September 22, 2023
Jonathan Eldredge, PhD
Blog link: MLA Fellows

Fulton, Stephanie

By: Mary M Langman
Fri September 22, 2023
Stephanie Fulton, Fellow
Blog link: MLA Fellows

Hannigan, Gale G.

By: Mary M Langman
Fri September 22, 2023
Gale G. Hannigan, Fellow
Blog link: MLA Fellows

Jones, Shannon D. (PhD)

By: Mary M Langman
Thu September 21, 2023
Shannon D. Jones, Fellow
Blog link: MLA Fellows

Esparza, Julia M.

By: Mary M Langman
Thu September 21, 2023
Julia M. Esparza, Fellow
Blog link: MLA Fellows

DeBakey, Michael E. (MD) (Honorary Member)*

By: Mary M Langman
Thu September 21, 2023
Michael E. DeBakey, MD, Honorary Member
Blog link: MLA Fellows

Doing More While Avoiding Burnout: Helping Medical Librarians Balance Emerging Demands (Sponsored by Wolters Kluwer)

By: MLA Headquarters
Thu September 21, 2023
Don't miss this free Wolters Kluwer webinar! We will discuss medical librarian needs, avoiding burnout, and so much more on October 4, 2023 from Noon to 1:30 p.m., central time.
Blog link: Vendor Webinars

Seeking Nominations for the T. Mark Hodges International Service Award

By: Erin Elizabeth Ware
Thu September 21, 2023
Do you know someone who has made an outstanding contribution in promoting, enabling, and/or delivering improvements in the quality of health information internationally, through the development of health information professionals, the improvement of libraries, or an increased use of health informati
Blog link: Announcements

Last Chance to Sign Up for Virtual Colleague Connection!

By: Jana Liebermann
Thu September 21, 2023
Sign up for Colleague Connection today! Take part in a mentoring program that will benefit you for years to come. New members will be paired with experienced members or fellow new colleagues to learn and grow in substantial ways.
Blog link: Announcements

Don't You Know a Notable?

By: Sally Gore
Thu September 21, 2023
Nominate a person or group who has influenced the direction, mission, and values of MLA. Use your input to nominate a notable now!
Blog link: Announcements

MLA International Awards, Scholarships, and Fellowships

By: MLA Headquarters
Thu September 21, 2023
MLA is now seeking submissions for its 2024 international-focused awards, scholarships, and fellowships.
Blog link: Announcements

MLA 2023 Achievement Awards

By: MLA Headquarters
Thu September 21, 2023
Join us in honoring MLA members who exhibit significant excellence in the areas of teaching, mentoring, and volunteering at the local, regional, and national level.
Blog link: Announcements

October is National Medical Librarian Month

By: Tomi Gunn
Thu September 21, 2023
October is National Medical Librarians Month! This year's theme highlights how medical librarians and information professionals play a pivotal role in facilitating research and quality health information. Learn how to celebrate this year!
Blog link: Announcements

Howard, Frances Humphrey (Honorary Member)*

By: Mary M Langman
Wed September 20, 2023
Frances Humphrey Howard, Honorary Member
Blog link: MLA Fellows

Stearns, Norman S. (MD) (Honorary Member)*

By: Mary M Langman
Wed September 20, 2023
Norman S. Stearns, MD, Honorary Member
Blog link: MLA Fellows

Huth, Edward Janavel (MD) (Honorary Member)*

By: Mary M Langman
Wed September 20, 2023
Edward Janavel Huth, MD, Honorary Member
Blog link: MLA Fellows

MLA Mid-Atlantic Chapter Submissions Due September 18

By: Alessia Zanin-Yost, AHIP
Thu September 14, 2023
LOOK! The Mid-Atlantic Chapter (MAC) of the Medical Library Association 2023 Annual Meeting has extended the deadline for submissions until September 18, 2023.
Blog link: Chapter Information

MLA 2023 Fellowship Recipients

By: MLA Headquarters
Thu September 14, 2023
Fellows of the Medical Library Association are chosen for their outstanding contributions to health sciences librarianship and to the advancement of MLA’s purposes. Learn more about Julia Esparza, Stephanie Fulton, and Gale G. Hannigan as MLA Fellows.
Blog link: Featured Articles

Celebrating Linda Walton, FMLA: Recipient of the 2023 Marcia C. Noyes Award

By: MLA Headquarters
Thu September 14, 2023
Linda Walton stands as an exemplar of excellence, dedicated service, and visionary leadership. After an illustrious 38-year career, Walton has been honored with the esteemed 2023 Marcia C. Noyes Award by the Medical Library Association (MLA).
Blog link: Announcements

Fall MLA Hypothesis Issue Published

By: Danielle Aloia
Thu September 14, 2023
Hypothesis is publishing its second issue in one year, which we have not done in six years! We thank everyone involved for their hard work, dedication, and support in publishing this timely research!

We happily announce the publication of Vol. 35, No. 2 of Hypothesis: researc
Blog link: Announcements

Call for Nominations: Janet Doe Lectureship

By: Susan Steelman, AHIP
Thu September 7, 2023
The Janet Doe Lectureship jury is calling on the MLA membership to nominate a colleague worthy of giving this prestigious lecture on the history or philosophy of medical librarianship during the MLA conference in 2025.
Blog link: Announcements

Join the First Be Well MLA Wednesday: Pens, Planners, and Productivity: Organizing Your Thoughts for Back to Work & School

By: Shannon D Jones, AHIP, FMLA
Thu September 7, 2023
The Be Well MLA initiative promotes wellness and well-being among members of the Medical Library Association. MLA members are invited to participate in the Be Well Wednesday series every month. Join the kickoff of the 2024 series.
Blog link: Announcements

Coming Soon! The Next Iteration of the MLA Research Agenda

By: Jonathan Eldredge, AHIP, FMLA
Thu August 31, 2023
Have you ever wished that the research reported in journals and at conferences related better to your own practice? Do you wish that there was more such research? 
Blog link: Announcements

Why You Should Apply to Become a ‘24-’25 Rising Star

By: Stephanie M. Swanberg, AHIP
Thu August 31, 2023
If you aspire to a leadership role in MLA and you want to develop your leadership skills and knowledge, you should apply to become one of the four ‘24-’25 Rising Stars!
Blog link: Announcements

Guidelines for MLA & Member Engagement in Societal Issues

By: Margaret Ansell, AHIP
Thu August 24, 2023
The Board of Directors announces the release of guidelines that will facilitate advocacy initiatives undertaken by the Association and its member units (caucuses, chapters, and committees).
Blog link: Public Policy Center

MLA’s Research Training Institute: Why Should I Apply?

Thu November 30, 2023

RTI Research Spotlight: Graduate Students' Perceptions of Jobs in Health Sciences Libraries

Thu November 30, 2023

Virtual Library Scavenger Hunt

Thu November 16, 2023

RTI Research Spotlight: Assessing Health Information Literacy Among Nursing Students Across Three Learning Environments

Mon November 27, 2023

Don’t Miss the RTI Fellowship Program Open Forum Today!

Wed November 29, 2023

Gifts and Gratitude: Sharing the Gift of Creativity, November 15

Thu November 9, 2023

Cunningham Memorial International Fellowship – Now Seeking Applications

Thu November 2, 2023

2023 Research Related Grants and Fellowships Recipients

Thu October 19, 2023

National Medical Librarian Month Impact Story: Heidi Sue Adams

Wed November 29, 2023

Final Call for Award Nominations

Wed November 29, 2023

Hitch Your Star to the 2024-25 Rising Stars Leadership Program! Deadline: October 15, 2023

Thu October 12, 2023

Act Now to Nominate a Colleague for MLA Awards and Honors

Thu October 5, 2023

Research, Development, and Demonstration Project Grant Application Open

Thu October 5, 2023

How to Celebrate National Medical Librarians Month

Thu October 5, 2023

Naegele, Ray (Honorary Member)

Wed October 4, 2023

I Am MLA: Elizabeth Blake

Thu September 28, 2023

Connecting Clinicians Searching the Open Web with Library Resources (Sponsored by Third Iron)

Thu September 28, 2023

Call for Nominations for the 2024 MLA Election

Wed November 29, 2023

Girouard, Linné

Wed September 27, 2023

Eldredge, Jonathan (PhD)

Tue October 10, 2023

Fulton, Stephanie

Fri September 22, 2023

Hannigan, Gale G.

Fri September 29, 2023

Jones, Shannon D. (PhD)

Wed October 4, 2023

Esparza, Julia M.

Wed September 27, 2023

DeBakey, Michael E. (MD) (Honorary Member)*

Wed October 4, 2023

Doing More While Avoiding Burnout: Helping Medical Librarians Balance Emerging Demands (Sponsored by Wolters Kluwer)

Wed September 27, 2023

Seeking Nominations for the T. Mark Hodges International Service Award

Thu September 21, 2023

Last Chance to Sign Up for Virtual Colleague Connection!

Thu September 21, 2023

Don't You Know a Notable?

Thu September 21, 2023

MLA International Awards, Scholarships, and Fellowships

Thu September 21, 2023

MLA 2023 Achievement Awards

Thu September 21, 2023

October is National Medical Librarian Month

Wed November 29, 2023

Howard, Frances Humphrey (Honorary Member)*

Wed October 4, 2023

Stearns, Norman S. (MD) (Honorary Member)*

Wed October 4, 2023

Huth, Edward Janavel (MD) (Honorary Member)*

Wed October 4, 2023

MLA Mid-Atlantic Chapter Submissions Due September 18

Thu September 14, 2023

MLA 2023 Fellowship Recipients

Thu September 14, 2023

Celebrating Linda Walton, FMLA: Recipient of the 2023 Marcia C. Noyes Award

Thu September 14, 2023

Fall MLA Hypothesis Issue Published

Thu September 14, 2023

Call for Nominations: Janet Doe Lectureship

Wed November 29, 2023

Join the First Be Well MLA Wednesday: Pens, Planners, and Productivity: Organizing Your Thoughts for Back to Work & School

Thu September 7, 2023

Coming Soon! The Next Iteration of the MLA Research Agenda

Thu August 31, 2023

Why You Should Apply to Become a ‘24-’25 Rising Star

Thu September 28, 2023

Guidelines for MLA & Member Engagement in Societal Issues

Thu August 24, 2023

Connect with a New Mentor or Mentee! Sign Up for Virtual Colleague Connection Today!

Thu August 31, 2023

Allen, Beverly Elizabeth

Thu August 17, 2023

Invitation to Attend the Joint Chapter Meeting: SCC and SC

Thu August 3, 2023

MLA Legislative Update Webinar: A Summary

Thu August 3, 2023

MLA's Censorship and Library Practices Toolkit

Thu August 24, 2023

Ever Thought of Authoring or Editing a Book?

Thu August 24, 2023

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