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The Iowa chapter of the Association of College & Research Libraries (ILA/ACRL), rooted both in the Iowa Library Association (ILA) and in ACRL, has a long tradition of active, forward-looking involvement of its members. The association organizes an annual conference in the spring, sponsors sessions at ILA’s fall conference, and publishes a newsletter three times a year as well as an annual directory of Iowa academic and research libraries.

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The Iowa chapter of the Association of College & Research Libraries (ILA/ACRL), rooted both in the Iowa Library Association (ILA) and in ACRL, has a long tradition of active, forward-looking involvement of its members.

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2024 ILA Conference

“Anchoring Communities”

DATE: October 9-11, 2024

TIME: Agenda Information Here

LOCATION:

Des Moines Marriott Downtown

700 Grand Avenue, Des Moines, Iowa, 50309

DIRECTIONS: HERE

HOTEL RESERVATION INFO: HERE

Oct
01

Reminder – ILA/ACRL Town Hall Meeting Wednesday, October 2 at 10 am

Dear members, This is a reminder that a Zoom ILA/ACRL Town Hall meeting is scheduled for this Wednesday, October 2 at 10 am. Wednesday, October 2 from 10:00 to 10:50 am, Topic: Upcoming ILA Annual Conference and informal conversations. Check your email for the Zoom link and more details! More information about the organization can… Continue reading Reminder – ILA/ACRL Town Hall Meeting Wednesday, October 2 at 10 am

Sep
30

October Professional Development Opportunities

Here are the October 2024 professional development opportunities both free and paid opportunities! If you know of webinars, classes, conferences, publishing opportunities, etc. that would be of interest to fellow Iowa library folks, please pass it along to one of us on the ILA/ACRL Professional Development Committee.  Learn more about our work on the ILA/ACRL… Continue reading October Professional Development Opportunities

Sep
30

Candidates Running for Office 2025

Plans are underway for the election of the ILA ACRL Executive Board officers to take place Oct. 30 – Nov. 8, 2024.  You’ll receive an email and link to the ballot when the voting period is open later this fall.  You may request a paper ballot if you prefer. Once the election has ended we’ll… Continue reading Candidates Running for Office 2025

Sep
10

ILA/ACRL Town Hall Meetings Scheduled for the Fall 2024 Semester

ILA/ACRL Town Hall Meetings have been scheduled for the fall 2024 semester via Zoom. You are invited to attend the meetings for discussion on different topics.    Wednesday, October 2, 10:00-10:50 am (Topic: Conference and informal conversations) Thursday, November 7, 1:00-1:50 pm (Topic: Professional development and informal conversations) Wednesday, December 4, 10:00-10:50 am (Topic: Informal… Continue reading ILA/ACRL Town Hall Meetings Scheduled for the Fall 2024 Semester

Sep
05

Seeking Second Candidate for Office of Secretary/Treasurer & Volunteers for Committees

Hello ACRL Colleagues, Our slate of officers for 2025 is nearly complete! I am looking for a second candidate for the office of Secretary/Treasurer. This is a two-year term that would begin in January 2025 and conclude in December 2026. You can email me (morinj@bvu.edu) expressing your interest in running for the office or you… Continue reading Seeking Second Candidate for Office of Secretary/Treasurer & Volunteers for Committees

Aug
30

September Professional Development Opportunities

Here are the September 2024 professional development opportunities both free and paid opportunities! If you know of webinars, classes, conferences, publishing opportunities, etc. that would be of interest to fellow Iowa library folks, please pass it along to one of us on the ILA/ACRL Professional Development Committee.  More information about the organization can be found… Continue reading September Professional Development Opportunities