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MLA ’20 vConference New Member/First-Time Attendees Book Recommendations

By: Angela Spencer, AHIP

Thu August 27, 2020

This is a collection of favorite books and/or current reads that were mentioned in the New Members/First-Time Attendees meeting held on Monday, July 27, 2020, at the beginning of the MLA ’20 vConference.

Blog link: MLA ’20 | 2020 Vision The Future In Focus

Fourth Annual MLA Book Recommendations: MLA ’20 vConference

By: Angela Spencer, AHIP

Thu August 20, 2020

This list is a compilation of books recommended throughout the MLA ’20 vConference. Special thanks to the National Network of Libraries of Medicine Reading Club; African American Medical Librarians Alliance Caucus; Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee; MLA Book Club; and Twitter recommendation

Blog link: MLA ’20 | 2020 Vision The Future In Focus

Attending the MLA ’20 vConference? Watch Paper and Lightning Talks before August 10!

By: Melissa De Santis, AHIP

Fri August 7, 2020

All paper and lightning talk presentations have been prerecorded and are posted in the Online Planner. The one-hour time blocks in the virtual program are for attendees to ask questions live to paper and lightning talk authors.

Blog link: MLA ’20 | 2020 Vision The Future In Focus

You Should Be Here! MLA ’20 vConference and Exhibits: Live Action Week!

By: MLA Headquarters

Thu August 6, 2020

Don’t miss your chance to participate in the MLA ’20 vConference and Exhibits. MLA is looking forward to a truly memorable vConference and invites you to Live Action Week!

Blog link: MLA ’20 | 2020 Vision The Future In Focus

MLA ’20 vConference Featured Speakers You Don’t Want to Miss!

By: MLA Headquarters

Thu August 6, 2020

MLA is excited to announce Esther Choo, John Brownstein, and Chris Shaffer as keynote speakers at the MLA ’20 vConference and Exhibits, the full-featured experience of virtual learning and networking.

Blog link: MLA ’20 | 2020 Vision The Future In Focus

Historic MLA ’20 vConference Opening Session Held July 27

By: MLA Headquarters

Thu July 30, 2020

The MLA ’20 vConference and Exhibits, a full-featured experience of virtual learning and networking, kicked off on Monday, July 27, with an opening session that was available to all, including all MLA members, registrants, and vendors.

Blog link: MLA ’20 | 2020 Vision The Future In Focus

RTI News: 2019 RTI Fellows Open Forum

By: Susan Lessick, AHIP, FMLA

Thu July 30, 2020

Learn more about the RTI program and join the RTI fellows and faculty on Wednesday, August 5, from noon–1:30 p.m., central time, as they present their research work and discuss their perceptions and experiences of conducting research in practice. All MLA members are welcome to attend.

Blog link: RTI News

MLA ’20 Service Project: Rahab’s Sisters

By: Basia Delawska-Elliott, AHIP

Thu July 16, 2020

What makes Rahab’s Sisters unique is the concept of radical hospitality. Rahab’s Sisters’ core mission is creating community for women and gender nonconforming folks “marginalized by poverty, houselessness, sex work, violence and substance use.” Community is a need that is often overlooked.

Blog link: MLA ’20 | 2020 Vision The Future In Focus

You Are Invited to the MLA ’20 vConference and Exhibits!

By: Janna C. Lawrence, AHIP, FMLA

Thu June 25, 2020

Envision our future and celebrate our past at the MLA ’20 vConference, August 10–14, 2020! The 2020 NPC has planned an exciting, educational, and interesting schedule of events. A live kick-off event will take place on July 27, 2020.

Blog link: MLA ’20 | 2020 Vision The Future In Focus

Announcing the MLA ’20 vConference and Exhibits! Registration Opens June 5!

By: MLA Headquarters

Thu June 4, 2020

Join your colleagues, friends, and vendors for the MLA ’20 vConference and Exhibits, a full-featured experience of virtual learning and networking. MLA invites you to participate in this groundbreaking, interactive experience designed by your 2020 National Program Committee (NPC) and the MLA team.

Blog link: MLA ’20 | 2020 Vision The Future In Focus

Introducing the MLA ’20 vConference

By: Julia Esparza, AHIP

Fri May 8, 2020

The MLA National Program Committee and headquarter team have designed a robust and exciting virtual conference with vendor exhibits, now that the governor of Oregon has limited gatherings in the state to 25 or fewer.

Blog link: MLA ’20 | 2020 Vision The Future In Focus

What’s Going on with MLA ’20?

By: Janna C. Lawrence, AHIP, FMLA

Wed May 6, 2020

You all know by now that MLA ’20 has now been rescheduled for August 15–19. Although the 2020 NPC, the MLA Board, and the MLA headquarters staff are all working to make this year’s meeting a success, there are still many unknowns, just as there are in our workplaces and other segments of our lives.

Blog link: MLA ’20 | 2020 Vision The Future In Focus

MLA Board Reschedules MLA ’20 to August 15–19, 2020, in Portland

By: Julia Esparza, AHIP

Thu March 12, 2020

We have heard from many of you about the potential effect of COVID-19 on your attendance at MLA ’20. With our top priority being the health and safety of all members and participants at our meeting, the MLA Board of Directors approved rescheduling MLA’s annual meeting to August 15–19.

Blog link: MLA ’20 | 2020 Vision The Future In Focus

Check Out These Libraries, Archives, Museums, and Bookstores!

By: Kristine M. Alpi, AHIP, FMLA

Fri March 6, 2020

Portland is full of wonderful libraries, archives, and bookstores, and we hope that you find time to visit these special places and collections during your visit. Listed below are a number of institutions which will be happy to welcome you.

Blog link: MLA ’20 | 2020 Vision The Future In Focus

Statement from Travel Portland

By: Kevin Baliozian

Wed March 4, 2020

Portland is currently open for business, and travel is not restricted. According to authorities, the risk of exposure in Portland is still low. See the latest statement from Travel Portland with useful links to multiple resources.

Blog link: MLA ’20 | 2020 Vision The Future In Focus

MLA ’20 Communication about COVID-19

By: Kevin Baliozian

Wed March 4, 2020

Implications of the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak are changing on a daily basis. Based on the trusted information we know today, and guidance from WHO, CDC and other agencies, we are moving forward with MLA '20 as scheduled.

Blog link: MLA ’20 | 2020 Vision The Future In Focus

Tour Two of Portland’s Integrative Medicine Libraries

By: Kristine M. Alpi, AHIP, FMLA

Thu February 27, 2020

Are you looking for a fun and informative activity with fellow librarians while in Portland? The 2020 Local Assistance Committee has got you covered. Join us for a tour of the libraries at the National University of Natural Medicine and the Oregon College of Oriental Medicine.

Blog link: MLA ’20 | 2020 Vision The Future In Focus

The NEW MLA Annual Meeting Travel Grant

By: Maria Lopez

Thu February 13, 2020

There are a variety of reasons of why attending the MLA annual meeting is beneficial and travel assistance is so valuable. Eligibility for the grant has been modified to include a greater variety of librarians with different levels of experience and professional practice backgrounds.

Blog link: MLA ’20 | 2020 Vision The Future In Focus

Focus on YOUR Future at MLA ’20: Add a CE Course

By: Debra Cavanaugh

Thu February 13, 2020

Come to MLA ’20 on Friday, May 15, and Saturday, May 16, to develop a skill in an MLA practice area and have extra time to explore Portland! MLA continuing education (CE) courses are powerful and rewarding learning experiences!

Blog link: MLA ’20 | 2020 Vision The Future In Focus

Call for MLA ’20 Moderators

By: Andrea C. Kepsel, AHIP

Thu February 6, 2020

The MLA ’20 Contributed Content Working Group is seeking moderators for paper and lightning talk sessions during MLA ’20. Moderators must register for MLA ’20. Complete the Moderator Sign-Up form by Monday, February 17.

Blog link: MLA ’20 | 2020 Vision The Future In Focus

Free Light Rail and Transit Pass with Registration!

By: Janna C. Lawrence, AHIP, FMLA

Thu January 30, 2020

ll MLA '20 attendees will receive a complimentary TriMet transit pass when they pick up their registration packet! The pass is good for the MAX light rail, the streetcar, and busses across Portland through the end of the meeting.

Blog link: MLA ’20 | 2020 Vision The Future In Focus

Volunteers Needed for MLA ’20!

By: Tami Wilkerson

Tue January 28, 2020

Would you like to help out at MLA ’20? There are opportunities even if you are not from Portland!

Blog link: MLA ’20 | 2020 Vision The Future In Focus

Check Your Schedule for MLA '20!

By: Janna C. Lawrence, AHIP, FMLA

Thu January 23, 2020

Have you noticed the changes in the schedule for MLA ’20? The most obvious is that the meeting is a little shorter, ending Tuesday evening with the Janet Doe Lecture and reception closing the meeting. Another change is that the Tuesday evening reception is included with the standard registration.

Blog link: MLA ’20 | 2020 Vision The Future In Focus

Plan Time during MLA ’20 to Explore Portland

By: Mary Beth McAteer, AHIP

Thu January 16, 2020

We hope you will join us in envisioning our future in focus at MLA ’20. The meeting will be taking place May 15–19 in Portland, OR. Portland is an incredibly diverse and exciting city with plenty to keep you occupied before, between, and after all of the informative and innovative meeting sessions.

Blog link: MLA ’20 | 2020 Vision The Future In Focus

Visit Weird and Wonderful Portland, Oregon!

By: Tami Wilkerson

Wed January 8, 2020

MLA ’20 will be held May 15-19 in Portland, Oregon. Here are a few reasons, besides attending the conference, that you might want to visit Portland!

Blog link: MLA ’20 | 2020 Vision The Future In Focus

Reviewers Needed for MLA ’20

By: Andrea C. Kepsel, AHIP

Thu December 19, 2019

The 2020 National Programming Committee is looking for reviewers for posters and lightning talks for MLA ’20, to be held May 15–May 19, 2020, in Portland, OR. To apply, please fill out the Reviewer Interest form by January 15, 2020.

Blog link: MLA ’20 | 2020 Vision The Future In Focus

Poster and Lightning Talk Submissions Open Tomorrow, December 13, 2019!

By: Janna C. Lawrence, AHIP, FMLA

Thu December 12, 2019

The submission site for posters and lightning talks for MLA ’20 opens December 13, 2019, and will remain open until January 24, 2020. Posters and lightning talks are great ways to share information about research or programs.

Blog link: MLA ’20 | 2020 Vision The Future In Focus

Updates to My Favorite Tool

By: Christy Tyson

Thu December 12, 2019

The Technology in Education Caucus is pleased to announce the following changes, updates, and the recruiting timeline for the My Favorite Tool session during MLA ’20. In 2019, the contestant slots filled up in less than twenty-four hours!

Blog link: MLA ’20 | 2020 Vision The Future In Focus

My Favorite Tool 2020: Updates and Recruitment Timeline

By: Christy Tyson

Thu October 24, 2019

Blog link: MLA ’20 | 2020 Vision The Future In Focus

MLA ’20 Call for Reviewers

By: Andrea C. Kepsel, AHIP

Thu September 19, 2019

The 2020 National Programming Committee invites reviewers for papers, posters, and lightning talks for MLA ’20, to be held May 15–19, 2020, in Portland, OR.

Blog link: MLA ’20 | 2020 Vision The Future In Focus

Call for Papers and Immersion Sessions for MLA ’20

By: Janna C. Lawrence, AHIP, FMLA

Thu August 15, 2019

The submission site for contributed papers and immersions sessions for MLA ’20 is now open.