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Call for Editors: MLAConnect Hub Editor Openings

Call for Editors: MLAConnect Hub Editor Openings
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.

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.
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.
Check out the many ways to further explore MLA and networking opportunities post-conference!
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.
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.
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!
Take a walk through MLA | SLA '23 contributed content with Liz Morris as she shares her experience at the annual conference.
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)!
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.
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.
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!
Everything you need to know about Detroit for MLA | SLA '23 is here in one place. We can't wait to see you there!
MLA Annual Reports for the 2022–2023 association year are now available for viewing by all MLA members. 
Annual conference jitters? Follow these wonderful tips and tricks to help you tackle the annual conference like a pro.

Annual conference jitters? Follow these wonderful tips and tricks to help you tackle the annual conference like a pro.
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.
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.
Each NNLM Region and Center will provide an update and a look forward during a pre-MLA virtual event on Thursday, May 11, 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!
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!

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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.
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!
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.
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.
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.
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.
The Hawaii Pacific Chapter (HPC) celebrated its 50th anniversary in recent years. Read up on the intriguing history of the HPC!
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!
The MLA election results are in!
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.
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!
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
The MLA Professional Recruitment and Retention Committee (PRRC) is pleased to sponsor the onsite MLA /SLA ’23 Resume Clinic for all conference attendees.
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.
Dental Caucus history narrative.
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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Call for Editors: MLAConnect Hub Editor Openings


Janet Doe Lecture MLA | SLA ’23


Follow Up to the MLA Annual Meeting


Celebrating MLA’s 125th Anniversary


Data Librarianship at MLA | SLA '23


Highlights of MLA | SLA '23


Joseph Leiter Lecture with Craig Robertson


Terri Givens: The John P. McGovern Lecture at MLA | SLA '23


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


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


Contributed Content Offers Something for Everyone


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


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


How to Submit an Article for MLAConnect


Be a Living Library Book!


Revisiting All Things Detroit


Read MLA's 2022-2023 Annual Reports


Tips for MLA | SLA ’23 Attendees: A Twitter Conversation


Don’t Forget to Pack for Detroit


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


2023 President’s Awards


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


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


Transportation Tips: Getting to and Around Detroit


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


Detroit’s Greatest Hits: Drinks & Desserts


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


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


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”


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


History of the Hawaii Pacific Chapter


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


MLA 2023 Election Results


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


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


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


Call for MLA | SLA '23 Experience Blog Writers


Your Controlled Digital Lending (CDL) Questions Could Be Debated at MLA | SLA '23!


NIH Virtual Listening Session


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


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


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


Dental Caucus History


Detroit's Greatest Hits: Architecture & Outdoor Sightseeing Opportunities


MLA as Your Professional Home


Call for MLA | SLA '23 Moderators


NLM and MLA: Collaboration to Benefit the Profession and the Public


Which Path to Take? MLA | SLA '23 Virtual & In-Person Experiences


Detroit’s Greatest Hits: Live Music Featurette


My extraordinary experience at the 4th National Joint Council of Librarians of Color (JCLC) Conference