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Call for Editors: MLAConnect Hub Editor Openings

By: Christine Willis, AHIP

Thu June 8, 2023

Interested in becoming an editor for MLAConnect? Learn what openings are currently available and take a chance at serving your community in a unique way.

Blog link: Featured Articles

Janet Doe Lecture MLA | SLA ’23

By: Annabelle Holt

Thu June 8, 2023

The MLA | SLA '23 Janet Doe Lecture, presented by Michelle Kraft, AHIP, FMLA, touched on the important role medical librarians have in disseminating misinformation, disinformation, and fake news for our users and healthcare communities.

Blog link: MLA | SLA '23: Looking Back, Forging Ahead

Follow Up to the MLA Annual Meeting

By: Helen-Ann Brown Epstein, AHIP, FMLA

Thu June 1, 2023

Check out the many ways to further explore MLA and networking opportunities post-conference!

Blog link: MLA | SLA '23: Looking Back, Forging Ahead

Celebrating MLA’s 125th Anniversary

By: Adela V. Justice, AHIP

Thu June 1, 2023

Walk back in time and view MLA's 125th Anniversary celebration at MLA | SLA '23 through Adela Justice's eyes! And don't forget to submit the history of your chapter or caucus so it can be shared on MLANET this year.

Blog link: Featured Articles

Meet-ups and Exploring at the MLA Connections and Anniversary Booth

By: Kimberly R. Powell

Thu May 25, 2023

Couldn't make it to MLA | SLA '23 in person or visit the MLA booth in the exhibit hall? Kimberly Powell has got you covered.

Blog link: Featured Articles

Intentional Conferencing: What I Learned From MLA | SLA '23 on the Subject of AI

By: Shannon Marisol Yarbrough, AHIP

Thu May 25, 2023

What did you learn at MLA | SLA '23? Hear from Shannon Yarbrough on specific topics and sessions Shannon was inspired by. If you weren't able to attend, be sure to check this post out!

Blog link: MLA | SLA '23: Looking Back, Forging Ahead

Contributed Content Offers Something for Everyone

By: Liz Morris

Thu May 25, 2023

Take a walk through MLA | SLA '23 contributed content with Liz Morris as she shares her experience at the annual conference.

Blog link: MLA | SLA '23: Looking Back, Forging Ahead

MLA Celebrates its 125th Anniversary at MLA | SLA '23

By: Kimberly R. Powell

Thu May 25, 2023

The Medical Library Association's 125th anniversary was honored at MLA | SLA '23 in multiple ways. Read on to experience it yourself (and perhaps learn more about MLA in the process)!

Blog link: MLA | SLA '23: Looking Back, Forging Ahead

Intentional Conferencing: Tips for the Virtual MLA | SLA '23 Attendee

By: Shannon Marisol Yarbrough, AHIP

Thu May 18, 2023

Make the most out of your virtual experience at MLA | SLA '23 and plan your schedule with intention! All registered attendees will be able to access on-demand content for a year after the meeting.

Blog link: Featured Articles

How to Submit an Article for MLAConnect

By: Christine Willis, AHIP

Thu May 18, 2023

If you’re not familiar with MLAConnect, it is the weekly newsletter of the latest MLA blog articles, updates, upcoming events, and more. We love to hear from members and want to share your projects, accomplishments, and items of interest that you find useful. Here's how you can submit an article.

Blog link: Announcements

Be a Living Library Book!

By: Kelsa Bartley, AHIP

Wed May 17, 2023

Do you have a story to tell? Would you like an opportunity to dispel some of the stereotypes by talking about your lived experiences in a safe space? Sign up to be a living book and get the conversation started!

Blog link: Announcements

Revisiting All Things Detroit

By: Stephanie M. Swanberg, AHIP

Wed May 17, 2023

Everything you need to know about Detroit for MLA | SLA '23 is here in one place. We can't wait to see you there!

Blog link: MLA | SLA '23: Looking Back, Forging Ahead

Read MLA's 2022-2023 Annual Reports

By: Kevin Baliozian

Thu May 11, 2023

MLA Annual Reports for the 2022–2023 association year are now available for viewing by all MLA members.

Blog link: Announcements

Tips to Prepare for MLA | SLA '23 as a First-Time Attendee

By: Annabelle Holt

Thu May 11, 2023

Annual conference jitters? Follow these wonderful tips and tricks to help you tackle the annual conference like a pro.

Blog link: Featured Articles

Tips to Prepare for MLA | SLA '23 as a First-Time Attendee

By: Annabelle Holt

Thu May 11, 2023

Annual conference jitters? Follow these wonderful tips and tricks to help you tackle the annual conference like a pro.

Blog link: Featured Articles

2023 President’s Awards

By: Shannon D Jones, AHIP, FMLA

Thu May 11, 2023

The MLA President’s Award is presented to an MLA member or group of members for notable and important contributions made during the past association year. MLA is pleased to share the names of the 2023 President’s Award recipients.

Blog link: Announcements

2023 President’s Awards

By: Shannon D Jones, AHIP, FMLA

Thu May 11, 2023

Blog link: Announcements

Join Us for Virtual NNLM Day Ahead of MLA | SLA '23

By: MLA Headquarters

Tue May 9, 2023

Each NNLM Region and Center will provide an update and a look forward during a pre-MLA virtual event on Thursday, May 11, 2023.

Blog link: MLA | SLA '23: Looking Back, Forging Ahead

Shifting into Second Gear: The 2nd Symposium on Collection Development & Resource Sharing: Meet the Presenters, Part 6

By: Michael A. Wood

Thu May 4, 2023

Every week until MLA | SLA '23 in Detroit, we'll profile the experts leading each of the six Collection Development & Resource Sharing Symposium sessions by sharing their answers to questions about themselves and their session. This week we end the series. Take a look!

Blog link: Featured Articles

Transportation Tips: Getting to and Around Detroit

By: Meghan McGowan

Thu May 4, 2023

As you plan your trip to MLA/SLA ‘23, transportation is key! We’ve compiled this list of transportation options and tips to help you navigate between the airport, two conference hotels, and conference center while also exploring the city!

Getting Here: Tran

Blog link: MLA | SLA '23: Looking Back, Forging Ahead

MLA | SLA '23 Continuing Education: Meet Heather Holmes, the Instructor of “Research for the Non-Researcher”

By: Barry Grant

Thu April 27, 2023

In the weeks leading up to MLA | SLA '23 in Detroit, we’ll profile the conference continuing education instructors and their courses. We end the series this week with Heather Holmes, AHIP.

Blog link: MLA | SLA '23: Looking Back, Forging Ahead

Detroit’s Greatest Hits: Drinks & Desserts

By: Stephanie M. Swanberg, AHIP

Thu April 27, 2023

As a continuation of our previous dining post, this last Detroit’s Greatest Hits featurette highlights the drinks and sweet treats of Detroit! Be sure to sample some of these local favorites during your time in the city!

Blog link: MLA | SLA '23: Looking Back, Forging Ahead

Shifting into Second Gear: The 2nd Symposium on Collection Development & Resource Sharing: Meet the Presenters, Part 5

By: Michael A. Wood

Thu April 27, 2023

Every week until MLA | SLA '23 in Detroit, we profile the experts leading each of the six Symposium sessions by sharing their answers to questions about themselves and their session.

Blog link: MLA | SLA '23: Looking Back, Forging Ahead

Shifting into Second Gear: The 2nd Symposium on Collection Development & Resource Sharing: Meet the Presenters, Part 4

By: Michael A. Wood

Thu April 20, 2023

Blog link: MLA | SLA '23: Looking Back, Forging Ahead

MLA | SLA '23 Continuing Education: Meet Robert Holley, the Instructor of “Developing a Collection for All Your Patrons: A Workshop on Writing a Collection Development Policy”

By: Barry Grant

Thu April 20, 2023

In the weeks leading up to MLA | SLA '23 in Detroit, we’ll profile instructors and their courses. This week, Robert Holley, the instructor of Developing a Collection for All Your Patrons: A Workshop on Writing a Collection Development Policy, shares his recommendations for things to do in Detroit.

Blog link: MLA | SLA '23: Looking Back, Forging Ahead

Seeking Mentors and Mentees for Colleague Connection at MLA | SLA '23

By: Timothy L Kenny

Thu April 20, 2023

Sign up as a mentor or mentee for this year's Colleague Connection. Learn and grow by being exposed to new perspectives, building a larger network, and possibly helping others! Challenge yourself by joining Colleague Connection at MLA | SLA '23.

Blog link: MLA | SLA '23: Looking Back, Forging Ahead

History of the Hawaii Pacific Chapter

By: Carolyn Ching Dennison, AHIP

Thu April 20, 2023

The Hawaii Pacific Chapter (HPC) celebrated its 50th anniversary in recent years. Read up on the intriguing history of the HPC!

Blog link: Building a Better Future

Detroit’s Greatest Hits: Dining Recommendations in the Motor City

By: Stephanie M. Swanberg, AHIP

Wed April 19, 2023

Two LAC members who live and work in the area present our dining recommendations in this latest Detroit’s Greatest Hits post. Detroit’s past is a telling indicator of the variety of cuisines that can be found in the present. Familiar and exotic choices abound!

Blog link: Featured Articles

MLA 2023 Election Results

By: Kristine M. Alpi, AHIP, FMLA

Thu April 13, 2023

The MLA election results are in!

Blog link: Featured Articles

MLA | SLA '23 Continuing Education: Meet Catherine Soehner, the Instructor of “Conducting Difficult Conversations”

By: Barry Grant

Thu April 13, 2023

In the weeks leading up to MLA | SLA '23 in Detroit, we’ll profile instructors and their courses. This week meet Catherine Soehner, the instructor of Conducting Difficult Conversations: Improving Workplace Effectiveness, Relationships, and Satisfaction.

Blog link: MLA | SLA '23: Looking Back, Forging Ahead

Career Support Available at MLA | SLA '23. Sign up today!

By: Alexandria Leigh Brackett, AHIP

Thu April 13, 2023

The MLA Professional Recruitment and Retention Committee (PRRC) is pleased to sponsor the onsite MLA /SLA ’23 Resume Clinic for all conference attendees. Reviewees: Sign up now!

Blog link: MLA | SLA '23: Looking Back, Forging Ahead

Shifting into Second Gear: The 2nd Symposium on Collection Development & Resource Sharing: Meet the Presenters, Part 3

By: Michael A. Wood

Wed April 12, 2023

Blog link: MLA | SLA '23: Looking Back, Forging Ahead

Call for MLA | SLA '23 Experience Blog Writers

By: Rian Debner, AHIP

Wed April 12, 2023

Share your MLA | SLA ’23 Experience with the wider MLA membership by signing up to be a writer during the meeting, virtually or in-person! Our goal is to get coverage of as many happenings at MLA | SLA ’23 and are looking for volunteers to write MLAConnect articles and social media posts.

Blog link: MLA | SLA '23: Looking Back, Forging Ahead

NIH Virtual Listening Session

By: MLA Headquarters

Thu April 6, 2023

NIH will host a virtual, public listening session to hear community feedback on the NIH Plan to Enhance Public Access to the Results of NIH-Supported Research (NIH Public Access Plan). The NIH Public Access Plan is currently available for public comment through a Request for Information.

Blog link: Announcements

NIH Virtual Listening Session

By: MLA Headquarters

Thu April 6, 2023

Blog link: Announcements

Shifting Into Second Gear: The 2nd Symposium on Collection Development & Resource Sharing: Meet the Presenters, Part 2

By: Michael A. Wood

Thu April 6, 2023

Blog link: MLA | SLA '23: Looking Back, Forging Ahead

Career Support Available at MLA/SLA '23. Sign up today!

By: Alexandria Leigh Brackett, AHIP

Thu March 30, 2023

The MLA Professional Recruitment and Retention Committee (PRRC) is pleased to sponsor the onsite MLA /SLA ’23 Resume Clinic for all conference attendees.

Blog link: MLA | SLA '23: Looking Back, Forging Ahead

Shifting Into Second Gear: The 2nd Symposium on Collection Development & Resource Sharing: Meet the Presenters, Part 1

By: Michael A. Wood

Thu March 30, 2023

Every week until MLA | SLA '23 in Detroit, we will profile the experts leading each of the six Symposium sessions by sharing their answers to questions about themselves and their session.

Blog link: MLA | SLA '23: Looking Back, Forging Ahead

Dental Caucus History

By: Anna A. Fleming

Thu March 30, 2023

Dental Caucus history narrative.

Blog link: Building a Better Future

Detroit's Greatest Hits: Architecture & Outdoor Sightseeing Opportunities

By: Stephanie M. Swanberg, AHIP

Thu March 30, 2023

In addition to the many museums, libraries, and live music venues we highlighted in our previous blog posts, this issue of Detroit’s Greatest Hits features the architectural and outdoor sightseeing opportunities to explore while you're visiting the city!

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