Travel Award - Smithsonian Institution

Lemelson Center Travel to Collections Award Program The Travel to Collections Awards Program supports research on the history of invention and innovation based on the holdings of the Museum’s Archives Center and curatorial divisions. The Archives Center holds more than 20,000 feet of archival materials. The collections are particularly strong in personal papers and business records documenting the history of American enterprise and technology. Since 1995 the Lemelson Center has supported oral and video documentation of contemporary inventors and inventions such as the SmartLevel, a high-tech electronic level, the Gerber Cutter, a computer controlled fabric cutter invented by H. Joseph Gerber, the Sendzimir “Z†Mill for cold rolling steel invented by Tadeusz Sendzimir, and the windsurfer invented by S. Newman Darby. To encourage use of its invention-related collections, the Lemelson Center offers short-term travel awards. Awards are $150 per day for 10 business days (Monday-Friday) maximum. No additional funds will be granted for travel. The travel award may be used to cover transportation and living expenses, and copying pertinent archival resources. All funds awarded are subject to tax and non-U.S. applicants should inquire about visa status and tax implications. Scholars, graduate students, and independent researchers not residing or attending school within commuting distance of the National Museum of American History may apply for this program. Awards may not be used to extend other Smithsonian appointments. Only one award can be offered to a visitor within a twelve-month period. Recipients must commence their research at the National Museum of American History within one year of being notified of the award. Recipients are requested to submit a short report on their research at the National Museum of American History. Edited versions of or excerpts from these reports may be used in the Lemelson Center's publications. Recipients also are asked to provide the Center with a copy of any publication resulting from research conducted as a result of the award. Decisions are made on the basis of recommendation and review by the Smithsonian staff. The Application Process Applications must be received by 11:59 p.m., EST, on January 15, 2013. Applicants must apply using the Smithsonian online application system (https://solaa.si.edu/solaa/SOLAAHome.html) Please be aware that complete applications must include the following: application form; current curriculum vitae or resume; bibliography of relevant secondary sources; statement of purpose summarizing their project and detailing why the Archives Center’s collections are essential to their research; list of specific collections or resources to be consulted (visit the main archives page to search online finding aids for invention-related collections at the Archives Center). Applicants must consult with the Travel Award Coordinator prior to submitting a proposal. Awards will be announced within two weeks of receiving the application materials. To request information about the Archives Center’s invention-related holdings contact Alison L. Oswald at: 202.633.3726. More information about Smithsonian collections and staff can be found on the following web sites: National Museum of American History, Smithsonian Institution Archives Center, NMAH, Smithsonian Institution Smithsonian Institution Libraries Other Smithsonian museums and research facilities Printed brochures about the Smithsonian and its collections are also available upon request. For more information contact: Travel to Collections Awards Program Lemelson Center for the Study of Invention and Innovation National Museum of American History, Room 1210, MRC 604 Smithsonian Institution P.O. Box 37012 Washington, DC 20013-7012 Tel: (202) 633-3450 Fax: (202) 633-4593 E-mail: oswalda@si.edu

Internship - Smithsonian Institution

Christopher B. Cope and Jamie J. Shaw Archival Internship, Summer 2013 The Archives Center is seeking a qualified graduate student for one paid archival internship. Qualified candidates must be enrolled in a graduate degree program and have completed graduate course work in archival, library, or information management, and/or graduate course work in American history, American Studies, Museum Studies, Public History. Recent graduates may also apply. Interns in the Archives Center will participate in a wide variety of projects under the direction of professional archival staff. Students will gain career-relevant archival experience in a Museum setting while contributing to the work of the Institution. The internship stipend is $5,000 and is subject to tax. Housing, benefits, and transportation are not provided. The Cope/Shaw Internship is open to all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or national origin. Internships are located in the Museum's Archives Center, a manuscripts and special collections repository with more than 1,200 collections in a wide range of subject areas and a full time staff of eight. See http://americanhistory.si.edu/archives/b-1.htm for more details. The internship experience is designed to assist the Archives Center staff with its reference functions. Reference Internship: Assist researchers in the reading room; retrieve and re-shelve materials; help staff respond to public inquiries concerning Archives Center collections; assist in research in collections and compose replies; make reproductions of audiovisual materials and photocopies from collections; digitize and create usable metadata for collection materials under the supervision of the Reference Team. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications A commitment of 40 hours per week (Monday-Friday) for a 10 week period is required. United States citizenship is not required but nonresident aliens must apply for the appropriate U.S. visa if selected. Selected candidate should have basic computer skills; be proficient in English; have good handwriting, be flexible to changing situations; be reliable and responsible; be able to work independently as well as in a group environment; be able to accept supervision; be able to perform repetitive tasks; have good organizational skills; be detail oriented; and have the ability to lift a 40 lb box. Applying Applicants must apply through the Smithsonian online application system SOLAA (https://solaa.si.edu/solaa/SOLAAHome.html). Applications submitted outside of SOLAA or after the deadline will not be accepted. All application materials will be made available to the Archives Center staff and its advisors. The Archives Center cannot arrange an internship project or award a stipend to all qualified candidates. Complete applications in SOLAA must include the following: Internship Program application form Cover letter CV/Resume An essay (no more than 3 pages single spaced) exploring how history is relevant today and why archival work is an important part of our society. Graduate transcripts (unofficial transcripts are acceptable) Two letters of reference All materials must be submitted to the online application system by March 1, 2013 for consideration. One offer will be made by April 26, 2013. The internship begins on or after June 3, 2013. For further information contact: Alison L. Oswald, Archivist Archives Center Internship Coordinator National Museum of American History Smithsonian Institution Archives Center, Room 1100, MRC 601 P.O. Box 37012 Washington, DC 20013-7012 Phone (202) 633-3726 Fax (202) 786-2453 Email oswalda@si.edu

Workshop - Basics of Archives

In association with the Friends of California Archives, the California State Archives is presenting a one-day Basics of Archives workshop in Sacramento on Tuesday, December 4th, from 8:30-4:00. The workshop will be held in the Multipurpose Room of the Secretary of State's office at 1500 11th Street, Sacramento, CA 95814. Taught by highly experienced professionals, the workshop will cover the fundamentals of archives management, including appraisal, acquisitions, collection development, arrangement and description, preservation, reference services, and public outreach. The course is intended for those who have some responsibility for the care and management of historical collections, but do not have any formal training. To register for the workshop, send your name, name of organization, email address, and phone number to Sherrie Lujan at sherrie.lujan@sos.ca.gov. Registration fee is $50.00 per person and includes all workshop handouts, a supply catalog, and a guide to collections care. Cash or checks payable to Friends of California Archives should be mailed to Basics of Archives Workshop, 1020 O Street, Sacramento, CA 95814. Payment must be made in full prior to the workshop date. The registration deadline is November 29, 2012. For questions about the workshop, contact Laren Metzer at laren.metzer@sos.ca.gov.

CFP - Archives Association of BC and the Northwest Archivists

*Call for Papers* Attention Archives Community! The Archival community in BC and Canada is at turning point with the recent elimination of the National Archival Development Program. Archival spaces exist in many different environments in North America including museums, libraries, corporations and with private individuals. Join the Archives Association of BC and the Northwest Archivists in Vancouver, BC at the Irving K. Barber Learning Centre, University of British Columbia, on May 3rd and 4th, 2013, to explore the question: *How can archivists connect, innovate, and learn in an era marked by shifting technology and uncertain funding?*** * * We invite proposals: Proposals can come from anyone involved with Archives: from archival staff and volunteers, from those who share an interest in archives, whether as a community organizer, researcher, creator, a professional or an academic, and from anyone who considers themselves to be an information worker. Topics might include any of the following areas: - Fundraising /Fundraising databases including demos, training and shows of various fundraising databases. - Marketing/Sponsorship - Advocacy - Partnership building - Strategic planning - Electronic records management for Archives - Volunteer management - Grant writing - Innovation - Community building - Outreach/Service - Access - Education - Mentoring SUBMITTING PROPOSALS: The 2013 Conference Program Committee invites contributions in a variety of traditional and non-traditional formats including: 1. Traditional session: formal presentation of papers; approximately 20 minutes per speaker, with questions to follow as time allows. 2. Panel discussion: abbreviated presentation of papers; approximately 10-15 minutes per speaker, with discussion to follow. 3. Roundtable: brief 5-7 minute presentations with open discussion 4. Focused Debate on a specific topic: brief presentations with open discussion & debate to follow. Can adhere to formal debating rules or not. 5. Pecha Kucha Session: 8-12 presenters have 20 slides, each shown for 20 seconds on a timer. Thus, each presenter has just 6 minutes and 40 seconds to explain their ideas. Kindly sent your proposals by *December 14, 2012* to: Patrick Ansah E-mail: ansahpatdon@gmail.com Trevor James Bond E-mail: tjbond@wsu.edu

CFP - Electronic Resources Librarianship

The latest "E-Resource Round Up" column for volume 25, number 1 of the Journal of Electronic Resources Librarianship (JERL) is currently in preparation and the column editors are looking for contributions. If you've attended a conference or program recently or plan to attend upcoming conferences/programs related to electronic resources in libraries, please consider submitting a report for the column. The "E-Resource Round Up" column is dedicated to helping JERL readers better understand topics related to the ever-changing world of electronic resources and their roles in libraries. It covers developments in the areas of new and emerging technologies and systems related to electronic resources and the digital environment; reports from professional discussion groups, meetings, presentations, and conferences; news and trends related to electronic resource librarianship; tips and suggestions on various aspects of working with electronic resources; opinion pieces; vendor activities; and upcoming events of potential interest to JERL readers. Your contribution to the column does not have to be lengthy, and could be on any of the topics listed above. This could be an ideal opportunity for you to report on programs that may benefit others in our profession. The editors would like to receive contributions to the column by Friday, November 16, 2012. Contributions should not be published elsewhere. If you have a submission or questions, please contact the column editors: Bob Wolverton Mississippi State University Libraries (662) 325-4618 bwolverton@library.msstate.edu Karen Davidson Mississippi State University Libraries (662) 325-3018 kdavidson@library.msstate.edu

CFP - Journal of Web Librarianship

The Journal of Web Librarianship is pleased to announce an upcoming special issue on the topic of data-driven decision making for the library web, edited by Meris A Mandernach. Data-driven decision-making in the realm of library web sites is an emerging and ever-evolving goal for libraries of all types and sizes. As data becomes more available and easily accessible, the use of that data for decision making to support the user experience in online systems, discovery tools and websites is of the utmost importance. Though both qualitative and quantitative data should be used for informing decisions in libraries, this issue's scope will focus on quantitative data sources such as: · Web analytics, including Google Analytics · Log reports (search logs, system logs) · Heat maps · Vendor usage reports · Third-party statistics and logs · Public data from Twitter and other social sites Additionally, this issue will focus on how data from the above sources is used to support decisions about all aspects of the library’s virtual presence, including · Discovery tools · Library websites · Library systems · Mobile sites and interfaces Submissions should clearly state one or more research questions or, for more practical articles, a decision that was or will be supported by the data, and explain the type of data sources used. Query letters and preliminary proposals are welcome any time if potential authors would like to discuss their ideas with the issue editor. Please submit queries and manuscripts to guest editor Meris Mandernach at jwl.data@gmail.com. Please refer to the JWL web site, http://www.lib.jmu.edu/org/jwl for Instructions for Authors. Meris Mandernach is Head of Research Services at The Ohio State University Libraries. She has published numerous articles and book chapters on topics related to reference, usability testing, discovery systems, and chemistry information literacy. Issue Timeline: Initial Manuscript Submission deadline: January 31, 2013 Notices to authors: April, 2013 Final Acceptance: June, 2013 Issue Publication: October, 2013 The Journal of Web Librarianship Meris Mandernach, Special Issue Editor Jody Condit Fagan, Editor Email: jwl.data@gmail.com Website: http://www.lib.jmu.edu/org/ jwl/

FREE workshop - Creating and Funding Preservation Projects To Enhance Collection Care

Creating and Funding Preservation Projects To Enhance Collection Care Springfield Public Library, Springfield, Oregon, December 7, 2012, 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Sponsored by Western States & Territories Preservation Assistance Service (WESTPAS) Workshop instructor:Barclay Ogden ************************************************************************ Do you want to get a preservation grant to take care of your collections? Many institutions have used grant-funded projects to enhance the level of care they can provide for their collections, and sometimes even to jump start their preservation programs. "Creating and Funding Preservation Projects to Enhance Collection Care" is a one-day workshop that begins with identifying and setting priorities among collection needs. With a clear sense of needs, the second part of the workshop reviews sources of grant funding available to your institution. The third part of the workshop addresses the key preservation questions asked on grant applications - participants answer the questions on behalf of their institutions, building the elements of a proposal for their own collection. The workshop emphasizes working collaboratively with colleagues to develop and receive feedback on project proposals. By the end of the workshop day, participants will have: * Outlined a preservation project proposal specific to their institution * Identified possible funding sources * Tested their ideas with other workshop participants Who should attend: Administrators and staff responsible for care of the collection in all types of libraries and archives, with an emphasis on small-to-medium sized institutions without preservation grant writing experience. By registering for the workshop, the institution commits to supporting the attendee(s) to achieve the workshop's goals to develop and submit proposals for preservation projects to enhance collection care. When possible, TWO attendees from an institution should attend so they can work together on project development. Cost: No charge to the institution. WESTPAS is funded in part by the National Endowment for the Humanities. Registration: Pre-registration required. Register online at: WESTPAS workshop http://tiny.cc/ZePOL For registration assistance contact: Alexandra Gingerich gingerich at plsinfo.org For general & content information contact Kristen Kern kernk@pdx.edu

Fellowship - Mongolia

The ACMS Library Fellowship supports US advanced graduate students, faculty members, or professionals in library and information sciences from colleges and universities to conduct short-term library development projects and/or research in Mongolia for a period of up to 12 weeks between May and October 2013. Applicants must be US Citizens. The fellowship is supported with funding from the US Department of State's Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs through a grant by the Council of American Overseas Research Centers. The ACMS Library Fellowship program is intended to help support the development of the ACMS Research Library and build stronger connections among local library partners through specific defined projects designed to enhance collection content, resource accessibility, and training. Fellows are hosted by the ACMS and will conduct projects that have measurable positive outcomes for the scholarly community served by the ACMS. Fellows spend a minimum of 4 weeks and a maximum of 12 weeks onsite in Mongolia at the ACMS library. Prior experience working in Mongolia is not a requirement. Applications are due by February 15, 2013. More information is available at: www.mongoliacenter.org/librarian. American Center for Mongolian Studies 1155 Observatory Dr. Rm. 333 Madison, WI 53706 Email: apply@mongoliacenter.org

Fellowship - National Digital Stewardship Residency program

The mission of the National Digital Stewardship Residency (NDSR) is to build a dedicated community of professionals who will advance our nation's capabilities in managing, preserving, and making accessible the digital record of human achievement. This will enable current and future generations to fully realize the potential of digital resources now and for years to come. The National Digital Stewardship Residency is a groundbreaking new program created by the Library of Congress in partnership with the Institute of Museum and Library Sciences (IMLS). Residents of the NDSR program will have the opportunity to develop, apply, and advance their digital stewardship knowledge and skills in real-world settings. Starting in June 2013, these paid residency experiences will be hosted in five Washington, D.C. area institutions, including the Library of Congress. Application info will become available in late 2012. In the meantime, please visit the Application Info link for basic application requirements. If you're interested, please visit: http://www.digitalpreservation.gov/ndsr/

FREE webinar - The Power of Search-Based Applications - What Every Knowledge Manager Needs to Know

Date: November 07, 2012 - 1:00 - 2:00 EST Virtual Free with registration When you register for this session you are automatically registered for Part 2. This session provides an overview of key trends and methods impacting the design of knowledge management solutions. In particular, the focus is on the convergence of library science techniques for tagging and indexing content with the evolution of search and application development tools that can power purpose-built knowledge management solutions. Seth Earley provides an introduction to key concepts and methodologies underlying search-based applications. He illustrates these points with examples from Earley & Associate engagements. Following Seth’s presentation, we will have a lively panel discussion with experienced KM professionals. About this series: Many organizations are finding that they can achieve significant productivity and quality enhancements by organizing and tagging content, assuming the right tools are in place to design purpose-built solutions for key communities. Other organizations are using similar KM solutions to provide high-value content to their customers and channel partners. This series will provide key insights to information management professionals contributing to KM initiatives, as well as to marketing and operational managers looking to take their organizations to a new level. http://www.earley.com/webinars/knowledge-management-methods-search-based-applications?utm_campaign=Knowledge%2520Management&utm_source=hubspot_email_marketing&utm_medium=email&utm_content=4906042&_hse=susan.knoer%40gmail.com&_hsmi=4906042&_hsh=7ade477ddfee45c6d706594371453f2c

webinar: The Role of Long-Term Storage in Digital Curation

webinar: The Role of Long-Term Storage in Digital Curation Date: November 14, 2012 All webinars are one hour in length and begin at 11am Pacific, noon Mountain, 1pm Central, and 2pm Eastern time. Description: This webinar introduces considerations for the long-term storage of digital content selected for preservation. This content must be stored in ways that align with good practice. The session will address issues related to the development of storage management policies, including file formats for deposit and preservation, the preservation of multiple copies, the locations of those copies, the characteristics of those locations, and the means for meeting long‐term storage requirements. This is the second session of a two part series titled "From the Digital Dark Ages to a Digital Renaissance." Part 1, The Art of Selecting Digital Content to Preserve, was October 10, 2012. Learning Outcomes: This session covers key terms, standards, and concepts related to digital preservation and equips participants with planning strategies for developing a digital preservation plan/program. Who Should Attend? This webinar is designed for technical services librarians with beginning knowledge of digital preservation and an interest in or responsibility for the preservation/stewardship/management of digital content. Presenters: Laura Osterhout, Member Services Librarian at the Rochester Regional Library Council in Fairport, NY, has presented sessions on virtual reference, the basics of digitization projects, metadata, CONTENTdm, and digital preservation basics to various audiences throughout New York State, at the New York Library Association conference, at the CONTENTdm Eastern Users Meeting, and at the Reference Renaissance conference. Erin Rhodes, Digital Projects and Education Coordinator at Colby College Special Collections in Waterville, Maine, has presented informally on basic approaches to the digitization of archival and special collections materials; technical metadata; and on teaching and using primary sources in archives to various audiences, including archival colleagues, Colby faculty, and students. ***************** Single Webinar Registration Fees: $39 ALCTS Member; $49 Non-member; $39 International; $99 Group (a group of people that will watch it together). Check the ALCTS Web site for discount pricing for the entire webinar series. For additional information and access to registrations links, please go to the following website: http://www.ala.org/alcts/confevents/upcoming/webinar/pres/111412 ALCTS webinars are recorded and registrants receive a link to the recording shortly following the live event. For questions about registration, contact ALA Registration by calling 1-800-545-2433 and press 5 or email registration@ala.org. For all other questions or comments related to the webinars, contact Julie Reese, ALCTS Events Manager at 1-800-545-2433, ext. 5034 or alctsce@ala.org.

Workshop - Describing Archives from Start to Finish

Describing Archives from Start to Finish December 04, 2012 9:00 AM Presidential Classroom, Nixon Presidential Library & Birthplace, 18011 Yorba Linda Blvd, Yorba Linda, CA 92886 This day-long workshop will focus on the basics of archival description. Topics will include: a general overview of archives; description and arrangement of collections, including minimal processing; archival standards for description; and tools for archival processing. Participants will also gain an overview of the use of the Archivist’s Toolkit to create records and develop workflows for cataloging archival collections. The day will include presentations, hands-on exercises, and demonstrations. All levels of experience are welcome. About the Presenters Brooke M. Black is Chief Cataloger in the Manuscripts Department of The Huntington Library. Brooke has been with The Huntington Library for fourteen years. She started as a Library Assistant in the Manuscripts Department and became Manuscripts Chief Cataloger in 2008. As the Chief Cataloger, Brooke supervises all cataloging in the Library’s Manuscripts Department. She obtained her MLIS from San José State University in 2005 and her B.A. in Anthropology from Northern Arizona University in 1996. Audra Eagle Yun is Archivist at the University of California, Irvine. Audra received her Master of Library and Information Science degree with a specialization in archival studies from the University of California, Los Angeles, and a Bachelor of Arts degree in Literature and Cultural Theory as well as a certificate in Information Science & Information Studies from Duke University. She is a member of the Academy of Certified Archivists. Scholarship Available - The Walter P. Gray III Education Endowment Fund Scholarship offers funds up to $200 for registration and travel to SCA workshops. Submit an application form, including a proposed budget to Jennifer Allan Goldman - jgoldman@huntington.org by November 26, 2012. Visit www.calarchivists.org/Awards/Gray for additional information and an application form. Registration: SCA Member/Institutional Member - $60; Non-SCA Member - $90; Student (with proof of active enrollment) - $50. Registrations must be completed by November 30, 2012. Attendance in the workshop is limited to the first 35 valid registrants. Registrants after the first 35 will be notified and placed on a waiting list. For more information and to register, please see Describing Archives from Start to Finish or email Jennifer Allan Goldman (jgoldman@huntington.org)

CFP - Archives Leadership Institute

Archives Leadership Institute: Call for Applicants 2013 The Archives Leadership Institute at Luther College requests applicants for its 2013 institute. The Institute provides advanced training for a cohort of 25 emerging and innovative leaders, giving them the knowledge and tools to transform the archival profession in practice, theory and attitude. The 2013 ALI@Luther Leadership Intensive will be held June 16-22, 2013. The program includes five elements: - A week-long residential Leadership Intensive held on Luther College's campus; - A focused practicum project that will connect leadership skills with action; - A practices workshop held during the annual meeting of the Society of American Archivists; - Global group projects that will encourage all ALI alumni to generate solutions to challenges within the profession; and - A moderated online network experience that will serve as a virtual space for the ALI community to share and grow. The core approach will intertwine strategic and advanced leadership thinking with a clear and purposeful archival curriculum that includes project management, strategic visioning and human resource development, strategies for born digital resources, and advocacy and outreach. This curriculum will be taught by Kathleen Roe, New York State Archives; Sharon Leon, The Center for History and New Media at George Mason University; Daniel Noonan, The Ohio State University; and Christopher Barth, The United States Military Academy at West Point. ALI@Luther will be influenced by a steering committee of experienced leaders in the archival profession who will also serve as mentors to ALI participants. The steering committee includes Terry Baxter, Multnomah County Records Program, Portland, Ore.; Brenda Gunn, The Dolph Briscoe Center for American History at The University of Texas-Austin; Geof Huth, New York State Archives; Beth Myers, Women and Leadership Archives at Loyola University; Daniel Noonan, The Ohio State University; and Tanya Zanish-Belcher, Iowa State University. The entire program will be facilitated by Luther Snow, consultant, author and facilitator. Rachel Vagts, Luther College Archivist and a 2010 Archives Leadership Institute alumna, will serve as ALI@Luther program director. Sasha Griffin, Luther College Digital Archivist, will serve as program coordinator. Tuition for the Institute is $500 and covers the cost of the program, lodging and most meals. Transportation will be provided from the Rochester, MN, airport as necessary. The institute provides a number of awards for tuition and/or travel assistance. The Archives Leadership Institute is supported by a grant from the National Historical Publications and Records Commission, the granting agency of the National Archives and Records Administration. The NHPRC supports projects that promote the preservation and use of America's documentary heritage and the continuing development of professional skills for archivists, records managers and historical editors. First funded in 2008, the Archives Leadership Institute seeks to bring to tomorrow's leaders the insights and understanding necessary for increasing public use and appreciation of archives. For further information about ALI@Luther, contact us at ALI@luther.edu or visit the Institutes's website at http://www.luther.edu/archivesleadershipinstitute/.

Symposium - Beyond the Text: Literary Archives in the 21st Century

Please save the date for a symposium, Beyond the Text: Literary Archives in the 21st Century, to be held at the Beinecke Rare Book and Manuscript Library April 26-27, 2013. The two-day symposium will bring together literary and information science scholars, historians, curators, archivists, writers, and publishers. Panelists will explore the collaborations between library professionals and scholars around use of manuscript material in teaching and research, the intersections between archival and literary theory, and the impact of the changing shape of archives on institutional stewardship and scholarship. For the symposium schedule and to add your name to the contact list, please visit: http://www.library.yale.edu/beinecke/beyondtext. Registration will open mid-January 2013.

CFP - Kentucky Library Association

Proposals for mini-sessions and poster sessions are now being accepted for the KLA (Kentucky Library Association) Academic and Special Library Sections and SLA (Special Libraries Association) Kentucky Chapter's 2013 Joint Spring Conference. The Conference will take place March 20-22, 2013 at the Barren River Lake State Resort Park in Lucas, Kentucky. In order to enhance the educational offerings of the 2013 JSC, programming will begin at 1pm (Central Time) on Wednesday March 20 and end at Noon on Friday March 22, giving you two full days of sessions and networking opportunities. The theme for this year's conference is "Can You Hear Me Now? Communicating With Our Users." Proposals addressing the theme in some fashion will receive preference from the committee. The mini-sessions will be 45 minutes long. The JSC Planning Committee will also accept poster session submissions. The Committee believes this addition to the program will provide an opportunity for all members, including those who may be new to the profession, to become involved by sharing ideas, interesting topics, research in progress, and new areas of technology in a more informal setting. The poster session will take place Wednesday evening, March 20, during the Welcoming Social beginning at 5:30pm. The keynote speakers will be Steven Bell, President, ACRL, and Jill Hurst-Wahl, Syracuse University. All proposals must be submitted electronically here: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/embeddedform?formkey=dEI5ZDI5U0NaaHFFaGlwMkFyMmtmUWc6MQ The deadline to submit a proposal is October 31, 2012. Notification of accepted proposals will take place by November 30, 2012. Please share this information with colleagues and other interested parties who may not otherwise see this announcement. Conference registration will open on Monday January 7. Early registration will end on February 28 and late registration will end on March 15. No onsite registrations will be accepted. More information will be posted to the conference website (http://kentucky.sla.org/2012/09/2013-joint-spring-conference/) soon. Reservations for lodge rooms and cabins need to be made by phone call (1- 800-325-0057), not online, to the park. Please mention “KLA” or “Kentucky Library Association” to get the conference rate ($64.95/night for lodge rooms, $129.95 or $139.95/ for cabins/villas).

FREE online lecture - The Federal Theatre Project

The Preservation Directorate of the Library of Congress announces the 63rd presentation in the Topics in Preservation Series (TOPS): "The Federal Theatre Project: Uncovering Changes in Playscripts of Popular Performances" Pickford Theater, Madison Building, 3rd floor Library of Congress 101 Independence Avenue SE Washington DC 20540 Wednesday, October 24, 2012 2:00-3:30 p.m. Amy Brady will discuss the Federal Theatre Project (FTP), America's first and only nationally subsidized theater, and how hyperspectral imaging helped to elucidate the history of some of the FTP's most popular performances. With the support of a CLIR/Mellon fellowship, Amy Brady, a doctoral student at the University of Massachusetts Amherst, spent nine months researching in the FTP archive at the Library of Congress. This archive houses more than 500,000 pieces of Federal Theatre-related ephemera, including playscripts that were marked up by directors and other FTP personnel. These markings have faded over time or were intentionally erased, but some of them were recovered via the Library's hyperspectral imaging unit housed in the Preservation and Testing Division. The recovery of these markings allows Amy and future scholars to learn more about the scripts' evolution from creation to final performance. Amy Brady is an instructor at Kean University and a doctoral student at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. She is completing a dissertation that combines textual analyses and performance reconstruction of plays performed for and written by the Federal Theatre Project. Much of her dissertation data was gathered at the Library of Congress thanks to a generous CLIR/Library of Congress Mellon Fellowship for Dissertation Research in Original Sources. Webcast opportunity: If you would like to participate via webcast, send email to mwilson@loc.gov no less than three days in advance of the event. Request ADA accommodations five business days in advance at (202) 707-1076 or ADA@loc.gov. The Topics in Preservation Series lectures are free and open to the public. The next TOPS lecture, on November 19, 2012, will feature Father Justin, the librarian of St. Catherine's Monastery, and Michael B. Toth, the Sinai Palimpsest Project Program Manager, discussing how advanced spectral imaging is revealing ancient texts in the remote library of a Greek Orthodox monastery in Egypt's Sinai desert. For further details and updated information about the series, please visit Fenella G. France PhD, MBA, FAIC Chief, Preservation Research and Testing Division Library of Congress 101 Independence Ave SE Washington DC, 20540-4560 Tel: (202) 707-5525 Fax: (202) 707-1525 email: frfr@loc.gov

Call for Editor - The Electronic Library

The Electronic Library Call for Editor The Electronic Library: The international journal for the application of technology in information environments Emerald Group Publishing Limited is inviting applications for the position of Editor of The Electronic Library. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious and focused individual with solid editorial experience to edit an exciting journal in Emerald's Library and Information Science portfolio. About The Electronic Library The Electronic Library is devoted to the applications and implications of new technology, automation, digitisation, the Internet, user interfaces, and networks in all types of libraries, information centres and museums throughout the world as well as the development of software and hardware for such applications. It provides a vehicle for the latest research and ongoing developments in today's digital library and information environments in different countries, and offers practical advice, useful information and descriptions of specific applications around the globe. Papers submitted to the journal are subject to double blind peer review to ensure academic rigor and integrity and the journal is Thomson Reuters ISI ranked. The role of the journal Editor Emerald is seeking to recruit an engaged and enthusiastic Editor or Editors to develop the journal. The journal Editor/s will be responsible for the following: Managing the journal’s double blind peer review process with the assistance of the Editorial Advisory Board Selecting and maintaining a pool of competent reviewers Delivering appropriate content for six journal issues per volume to an agreed schedule Upholding and developing editorial standards on the journal, through the good management of the peer review process Engaging the Editorial Advisory Board in the work of the journal Developing and maintaining a network of contacts to act as advocates for the journal or sources of content as appropriate Attending conferences or similar events to promote the journal and generate submissions Working with the journal Publisher (at Emerald) to achieve agreed development objectives for the journal and to raise its international profile and standing The journal Editor receives an honorarium in lieu of his/her work on the journal. Additional budget is also made available to the Editor to part-fund attendance at conferences or other events of relevance to the journal. Emerald is looking for the new Editor to outline a position for the journal in terms of scope and coverage to further distinguish it from competitor journals, both Emerald and non-Emerald journals, to create a unique outlet in the field of LIS journals for authors and readers. Qualifications and requirements of candidates Some of the key qualities sought for the position of Editor are: An established record of scholarship in the field of library, information science or digital technology Managerial skills to oversee the editorial cycle and to meet deadlines The ability to inspire an active Editorial Advisory Board Energy, enthusiasm and networking skills to promote the journal and to encourage submissions A willingness to chase reviewers when necessary and to demand the highest standards in review and revision A willingness to develop the journal in line with the changing nature of the subject area, to ensure the journal continues to publish the best, most relevant and cutting-edge research in the field Previous editorial experience, such as Editor, Guest Editor or Editorial Advisory Board Member on an academic journal Experience of using online submission and peer review systems such as ScholarOne Manuscripts is desirable Next steps Interested individuals are invited to submit a CV and a proposal outlining how they would seek to develop the journal over the course of their editorship. Proposals from individuals or a team of two candidates will be considered. Your application should include: A covering letter describing: your goals and plans for the content of The Electronic Library. This may include an assessment of the current strengths, weaknesses, or gaps that you plan to address; a description of how you would position the journal in terms of scope and coverage to distinguish the journal from others in the field and to identify a unique outlet for prospective authors and readers previous editorial experience; attendance at library and information science conferences during the last five years; a clear description of the structure of the editorial team and responsibilities, where it is a team application; support, if any, offered by your institution. A current CV Applications for this position should be submitted by e-mail, to: Ruth Glasspool Publisher rglasspool@emeraldinsight.com Emerald Group Publishing Limited Please also direct any queries you may have to Ruth Glasspool, Publisher: rglasspool@emeraldinsight.com

CFP - PRIMO

The Peer Reviewed Instructional Materials Online (PRIMO) Committee of the ACRL Instruction Section invites you to submit your online information literacy tutorial, virtual tour, or other online library instruction project for review and possible inclusion in PRIMO: Peer-Reviewed Instructional Materials Online. ***Deadlines for Fall 2012*** Nominations: October 31, 2012 Submissions: November 14, 2012 Additional information about PRIMO, as well as the submission and nomination forms, is available from the following link: http://www.ala.org/acrl/aboutacrl/directoryofleadership/sections/is/iswebsite/projpubs/primo Site submissions for PRIMO are accepted continually, but are reviewed for possible inclusion twice per year. If you would like to submit your own project for consideration, please use the Submission form rather than the Nomination form. For further information, please contact committee co-chairs Duffy Tweedy at dtweedy@ucsd.edu or Ben Oberdick at oberdic1@mail.lib.msu.edu **Important note** All submissions will be acknowledged shortly after the submission deadline. If you submit a project for review and do not receive an acknowledgment after the submission deadline, please contact the PRIMO co-chairs with a request for verification. Duffy Tweedy PRIMO Co-chair dtweedy@ucsd.edu (858) 822-4810 Benjamin Oberdick PRIMO Co-chair oberdic1@mail.lib.msu.edu 517-884-0895

CFP - ATLA

---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: Kent State School of Library and Information Science Date: Tue, Oct 16, 2012 at 4:30 PM Subject: Call for papers: Conference on Information and Religion To: Dear Colleagues: I am writing to ask that you share this Call for Papers and Posters for the 2013 Conference on Information and Religion with your colleagues, students and others who might be interested. The conference is sponsored by the Center for the Study of Information and Religion, a research initiative of the School of Library and Information Science at Kent State University. It will be held in Charlotte, N.C., on June 19-22, 2013, in conjunction with the American Theological Library Association annual conference. Our keynote speaker next year will be Peter Ochs, Ph.D., Edgar M. Bronfman Professor of Modern Judaic Studies, University of Virginia, and founding editor of the Journal of Scriptural Reasoning (http://etext.lib.virginia.edu/journals/ssr/). Details can be found in the message below and at http://www.kent.edu/slis/research/csir/2013-conference-on-information-and-religion.cfm. Thank you for your assistance. Kindest regards, Don Dr. Don A. Wicks, Assoc. Professor & Interim Director School of Library & Information Science Kent State University P.O. Box 5190 (Room 314 Library), Kent, OH 44242-0001 Office: (330) 672-2782; Fax: (330) 672-7965 Call for Papers and Posters Center for the Study of Information and Religion Third Annual International Conference on Information & Religion Held in conjunction with the American Theological Library Association (ATLA) Annual Conference June 19-22, 2013 ~ Charlotte, N.C. The Center for the Study of Information and Religion (CSIR) will host its Third Annual International Conference on Information and Religion in conjunction with the American Theological Library Association (ATLA) Annual Conference. Participants will have the opportunity to attend ATLA and CSIR sessions, and may also submit proposals to both organizations. (See ATLA website for deadlines and proposal information: www.atla.com.) Links to registration information will be posted on the CSIR website in January 2013. CSIR Theme: The Social Construction of Religious Knowledge Keynote: Peter Ochs, Ph.D. Edgar M. Bronfman Professor of Modern Judaic Studies, University of Virginia Founding editor of the Journal of Scriptural Reasoning (http://etext.lib.virginia.edu/journals/ssr/) Abstracts will be considered for acceptance only when they are submitted on the proposal form before the deadline. (Please do not email, mail or fax abstract proposals.) Link to proposal form: http://bit.ly/CSIR2013abstract-submission Nov. 1, 2012: Deadline to submit abstracts Dec. 15, 2012: Notification of acceptance March 31, 2013: Deadline to submit final, completed papers in order for them to be considered for publication in ASIR: Advances in the Study of Information and Religion. Papers must be in proper APA style. Additional details regarding submission of full papers will be sent to those whose abstracts are accepted for conference presentation. This call for papers and posters seeks original contributions in a variety of areas in which scholars are exploring the intersections of religion and information. Topics that might be addressed include but are not limited to the following: · Defining and interpreting data and information in the understanding of religious knowledge; · The role of sermons in the social construction of knowledge; · The construction of shared knowledge between different faith traditions; · The social contexts of religious knowledge; · Preserving and making available religious texts and information objects associated with the construction of religious knowledge; · Social uses and appropriations made of these texts and objects; · Information in its application to clergy and congregations as communities of practice; · Faith and many types of intelligence (e.g., emotional intelligence, intellectual capital, etc.); · The application of academic theory in the understanding of religious knowledge; · Intersections of interests in the study of information and religion, where different disciplines might find it worthwhile to collaborate in research. Prospective participants are encouraged to submit abstracts that report on recent research and scholarship. Contributions to this call for papers should not have been previously published. We also welcome proposals for poster presentations. There are no restrictions on research methodology. STUDENTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO PARTICIPATE. Presenters are responsible for their own expenses related to the conference, including but not limited to registration fees, lodging, transportation, and meals. For more information, please contact Dr. Don Wicks (dwicks@kent.edu), Interim Director of SLIS and Director of CSIR, or Dr. Dan Roland (droland1@kent.edu), CSIR Primary Researcher. Watch for conference details at www.kent.edu/slis/research/csir.

CFP - Electronic Thesis and Dissertation conference

Proposals for presentations, panel sessions and posters are invited for the upcoming U.S Electronic Thesis and Dissertation conference to be held in Claremont, California (near Disneyland resort, beaches & Hollywood) July 24-26, 2013. Deadline: Proposals should be submitted before March 15, 2013 to be considered. Proposals should reflect the conference theme: Waves of Change: Oceans of Opportunity -------------------------------------------- The U.S. Electronic Dissertations and Theses Association welcomes the following types of submissions: Poster sessions - peer reviewed Posters introduce late-breaking results, work in progress, or research that is best communicated in an interactive or graphical format. Two types of posters are encouraged: contributed research posters presenting new and promising work or preliminary results of ongoing projects; and contributed "best practices" posters presenting the results practical implementations of an organization's practices or innovations. The content of the poster should clearly point out how the application contributes to innovation of thought or design within the field, and how it addresses key challenges, as well as the potential impact on the participant's organization and/or practices in the field. Joint submissions from students, librarians and other professionals demonstrating different perspectives on a single issue are particularly encouraged. Posters are expected to elicit discussion in a personal and less formal setting. Submissions for refereeing should be in the form of abstract up to 500 words. -------------------------------------------- Single-session presentations and panels - peer reviewed Single session presentations and panels are invited on topics that include emerging issues, hot or emerging trends, opinions on controversial issues, analyses of tools and techniques, and contrasting viewpoints in complementary professional areas. For single-session presentations, please submit a proposal of up to 500 words, providing a summary of the presentation topic and the qualifications of the speaker. Panels must have a cohesive theme and promote lively interaction between panelists and audience members. Please submit a panel proposal up to 500 words, providing an overview of the issues to be discussed by the panel and brief bios of each of the panelists. Proposals should only list panelists who have agreed to participate and shall indicate the qualifications and contribution that each panelist will offer. -------------------------------------------- Presentation, panel and poster session topics are encouraged to address: * Change management, transitions and transformations * Services and outreach to enhance ETD development * Supporting ETDs with Library services and information instruction * Business Realities and Organizational Challenges * ETDs and Ethics, Security & Quality * Centralized and Decentralized submission processes * Intellectual Property, Copyright, Patents and Tech Transfer * Developing and implementing ETD Policies and Procedures * Developing campus support and leadership * Collaborative Opportunities, Community-Building and Campus Partnerships * Global ETD Issues * Software and Technology * ETD Innovation and Exploration * Failures and Successes * File-types and Formatting, including use of non-traditional mediums * Publishing, Research and management of datasets * Nuts and bolts of ETD management including case studies of workflow and ingest models * Retroactive digitization and ETD migration/harvesting * Undergraduate and other student scholarship Submission Site Once you have prepared your proposal according to the above instructions, please use the electronic submission system to submit your item for review. Go to https://conferences.tdl.org/USETDA/USETDA2013/index , click on the "Proposal Submission" link in the right-hand sidebar and follow the prompts. For additional information, please visit the USETDA website: http://www.usetda.org/?page_id=1591 Additional questions should be address to the USETDA Board: board@usetda.org

Fellowship - Syracuse University

School of Information Studies, Syracuse University (http://ischool.syr.edu/academics/doctoralprograms/PhD/) The e-Science fellowship is made available with a grant from the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS), under the Laura Bush 21st Century Librarian Program. It is designated to produce future faculty who will educate the next generation of information professionals. The PI is Dr. Ping Zhang and Co-PI is Dr. Jian Qin. PhD Study Support : The fellowship will provide each fellow with (1) tuition, (2) stipend, (3) health insurance, (4) research grant for research purposes, and (5) conference traveling. Eligibility: Prospective candidates should be US citizens or permanent residents who have both science and library backgrounds, are interested in doing e-Science related research and are willing to be a faculty member once graduating with a PhD degree. Application: Follow the regular procedure to apply to the PhD program in the School of Information Studies at SU. In the personal statement, indicate your interests in e-Science research and education. The doctoral committee will review the prospective applicants for admissions. The deadline is Jan. 8, 2011. The online application site can be found at http://ischool.syr.edu/academics/doctoralprograms/PhD/. About e-Science: e-Science is a new way of conducting scientific research: sharing and managing huge volumes of data (Big Data) and collaborating in various aspects. This inevitably needs information professionals to be able to solve large scale information management problems. The changing breadth and nature of educating the new generation of information professionals presents an urgent call for preparing the future faculty for this new tasks. e-Science/Data Science in the iSchool at SU: The iSchool at SU has a long history on research and education on e-Science and Data Science with funding from agencies such as NSF, IMLS, among others. In addition to research, the school has several educational programs at the graduate level such as the Certificate of Advanced Study in Data Science and e-Science Masters' Fellows Program to educate the new information professionals in science and engineering disciplines. In recent years, the iSchool is actively recruiting new faculty members to support our ever growing research and education in e-Science and Data Science areas. About the PhD Program in Information Science and Technology: Founded in 1969, the PhD program at Syracuse University's School of Information Studies is one of the finest interdisciplinary PhD programs in the information field in the nation. It addresses information-related phenomena in all settings: individual, organizational, societal, political, and technical. The PhD program brings together relevant knowledge and methods from information science, behavioral and social sciences, management science, computer science, law and public policy. The program has produced more than 100 PhD degrees so far. To learn more, visit http://ischool.syr.edu/academics/doctoralprograms/PhD. About IMLS: The Institute of Museum and Library Services is the primary source of federal support for the nation's 123,000 libraries and 17,500 museums. The Institute's mission is to create strong libraries and museums that connect people to information and ideas. http://www.imls.gov. Contact: Dr. Ping Zhang, Professor PhD Program Director pzhang@syr.edu 315-443-5617

Call for articles - The Bottom Line: Managing Library Finances

Call for articles The Bottom Line: Managing Library Finances (TBL) is actively seeking submissions. An established print and online journal, The Bottom Line’s major focus is on library finances, library development activities, dealing with library budgets and personnel, and changes in libraries due to economic challenges. The journal is especially interested in articles on the topics below from archives, museums, and other information organizations as well. Your article could be published as early as February 2013. Published by Emerald Group Publishing Limited, the journal is interested in articles of varying lengths, opinion pieces and case studies. The editor will work with authors that are new to LIS publishing, and those who are seeking outlets for reporting on practical uses of budgets and finances in libraries. Submissions particularly welcome in the following areas (for example): • Library changes and challenges from recent economic turmoil • Case studies on library budgeting and finances • Case studies on library development activities • Downsizing and reorganization of libraries • Library budgets and finances from an administrator’s perspective (high-level or middle management) • Library budgets and finances from a staff perspective • Innovative ways to raise money and awareness of library activities and mission • Thought-provoking opinions related to library budgets and finances Go to www.emeraldinsight.com/bl.htm to see past tables of contents and sample articles. I look forward to hearing from you Regards Dr Brad Eden, Editor Dean of Library Services Valparaiso University brad.eden@valpo.edu

CFP - OCLC Systems & Services: International Digital Library Perspectives

_OCLC Systems & Services: International Digital Library Perspectives_ (OSS:IDLP) is looking for articles. Articles can be of any length, and figures and screen shots are encouraged. OSS:IDLP is a peer-reviewed journal. If you are interested, there is a short timeline for publication; your article can be published as early as February 2013. For more information, contact the editor at the email address below. Editorial objectives OCLC Systems & Services: International Digital Library Perspectives covers a broad range of subject areas relating to the Web-based delivery of digital cultural content. The journal aims to keep readers informed about current trends in research, and to report on new initiatives and developments. Digital libraries and digital repositories are a particular focus, together with relevant standards and techniques. Coverage *Digital libraries *Digital repositories *Digital cultural content services *Web metadata standards *Web markup languages *Digital preservation *Imaging and digitization techniques *Usability studies OCLC Systems & Services is indexed and abstracted in: *Academic Search Alumni Edition *Academic Search Complete *Academic Search Premier *Computer Science Index *Computer & Communications Security Abstracts *Current Abstracts *Current Awareness Abstracts *Education Full Text *Education Research *Emerald Management Reviews *Information Science and Technology Abstracts (ISTA) *The Informed Librarian *INSPEC *International Academic Research Library *Internet & Personal Computing Abstracts *Library & Information Science Abstracts *Library, Information Science and Technology Abstracts *Library Literature & Information Science *Library Literature & Information Science Full Text *OmniFile Full Text Mega *OmniFile Full Text Select *Scopus *TOC Premier Bradford Lee Eden, Ph.D. Editor Dean of Library Services Christopher Center for Library and Information Resources Valparaiso University Valparaiso, Indiana 46383 brad.eden@valpo.edu 219-464-5099

lecture - Converge and Ingest: Learning About Digital Preservation

Please join us on Tuesday, October 23, 5:45 - 9:00pm, @ WSU’s Purdy Kresge Library or online! The Wayne State University National Digital Stewardship Alliance Student Chapter is very pleased to announce its 1st colloquium, “Converge and Ingest: Learning About Digital Preservation”, to be held on October 23rd from 6:00 – 9:00 pm in Detroit, Michigan at Wayne State University’s Purdy Kresge Library. The colloquium will draw together professionals and students to share and discuss information on a variety of topics related to digital preservation. Who’s invited? Any interested information professional, whether you’re a student, faculty, academic, public, or special collections librarian, archivist,or records information manager. Can’t make it in person? Plan to attend online! Connect here: https://connect.slis.wayne.edu/ndsa What will you learn about? Topics include data curation, digital collection platforms, preservation for archivists, preservation metadata, web archiving, saving music formats, video games, new media art, digital forensics, and what is “good enough” preservation. Registration RSVP to wsundsa@gmail.com, or to our Facebook invite to guarantee a seat, but walk-ins are welcome. Venue Information: Wayne State University Purdy-Kresge Library Auditorium 5265 Cass Avenue Detroit, MI 48202 Click here for parking information in WSU structures or surface lots. There is also limited metered on-street parking available on Cass Avenue and Anthony Wayne Drive. Campus Map PROGRAM Sign In: 5:45 – 6:00 PM Welcome & Introductions: 6:00 – 6:15 PM Opening remarks from Stephen Bajjaly, Associate Dean and Director of SLIS at WSU; Kim Schroeder, Faculty Advisor for WSU NDSA Student Chapter; and Lisa Phillips, WSU NDSA Student Chapter President Presentations and Q&A Session: 6:15 – 8:15 PM “A Conservator takes on Digital Preservation”, Kevin Driedger “Imagining an Ecosystem: Selecting a Digital Collection Platform for the Library”, Graham Hukill “Data Curation on a Trip to the Stars”, Nick Krabbenhoeft “Dissemination Information Packages for Information Reuse”, Jessica Schaengold “Desks Drawers and Trusted Repositories: Digital Preservation in an Academic Library”, Lance Stuchell Poster Session & Appetizers/Refreshments: 8:15 – 9:00 PM Poster session featuring research and work by WSU SLIS alumni and current SLIS students from Wayne State University, University of Michigan, and Indiana University. Appetizers and coffee will be available at the poster session. We hope to see you there! Please feel free to share our message or flyer with colleagues. Best regards, WSU NDSA Student Chapter Blog: http://wsustudentndsa.wordpress.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wsustudentndsa

Webinar: Raising Money for Collections Conservation

Live Webinar: Raising Money for Collections Conservation Thursday, Nov. 8 2-3:30 p.m. (ET) In this 90-minute webinar, presenters will use case studies to discuss various models and approaches to help leaders of collecting institutions of all sizes more successfully fund collections conservation by highlighting conservation needs to the board, donors and visitors. The presentation will highlight hard facts and real examples proving the benefits of the conservation-in-action approach, in terms of offers of funding, increased visitor numbers, regular repeat visits and greater visitor enjoyment. Presenters will examine what makes for a successful “adopt-an-artifact” program, consider variations on these programs that have been tried and explore how these programs can be combined with social media campaigns. Case studies include: Adopt-a-Carousel (Shelburne Museum, VT), the National Trust Open Conservation projects (UK) and others. Please note: grant writing and large gift solicitations will not be covered in this webinar. Who Should Attend Conservators, collections managers, registrars, curators, development and membership staff, directors, CEOs, PR and marketing staff from collecting institutions of all sizes. How Will I Benefit? After participating in this webinar, attendees will be better able to: Identify approaches for successfully funding collection conservation efforts Integrate social media into fundraising campaigns Communicate conservation needs to the board, donors and visitors All live webinars feature text chat, audience interactivity, closed-captioning, and access to presentation handouts and other resources. All webinars are recorded and archived for later on-demand access. Presenters Catriona Hughes, freelance project conservator, UK (currently working with National Trust) Sarah Kay, freelance project curator, UK (currently working with National Trust) Nancie Ravenel, objects conservator, Shelburne Museum, VT Moderators Greg Stevens, assistant director, professional development, American Alliance of Museums, Washington, D.C. Adam La Faci, field producer, LearningTimes, LLC, New York Register Now You will receive a registration confirmation email within 24 hours. Webinar access instructions will be sent via email closer to the live event. For more program-related information, contact Greg Stevens. http://aam-us.org/resources/online-learning/raising-money-for-collections-conservation

Webinar: Embedding Linked Data Invisibly into Web Pages

Webinar: Embedding Linked Data Invisibly into Web Pages: Strategies and Workflows for Publishing with RDFa Date: October 24, 2012 Time: 1:00 – 2:30 p.m. (Eastern time) Event webpage: http://www.niso.org/news/events/2012/dcmi/publishing_with_RDFa/ ------------------- ABOUT THE WEBINAR As described in the April NISO/DCMI webinar by Dan Brickley, schema.org is a search-engine initiative aimed at helping webmasters use structured data markup to improve the discovery and display of search results. Drupal 7 makes it easy to markup HTML pages with schema.org terms, allowing users to quickly build websites with structured data that can be understood by Google and displayed as Rich Snippets. Improved search results are only part of the story, however. Data-bearing documents become machine-processable once you find them. The subject matter, important facts, calendar events, authorship, licensing, and whatever else you might like to share become there for the taking. Sales reports, RSS feeds, industry analysis, maps, diagrams and process artifacts can now connect back to other data sets to provide linkage to context and related content. The key to this is the adoption standards for both the data model (RDF) and the means of weaving it into documents (RDFa). Drupal 7 has become the leading content platform to adopt these standards. This webinar will describe how RDFa and Drupal 7 can improve how organizations publish information and data on the Web for both internal and external consumption. It will discuss what is required to use these features and how they impact publication workflow. The talk will focus on high-level and accessible demonstrations of what is possible. Technical people should learn how to proceed while non-technical people will learn what is possible. Speakers Brian Sletten (Bosatsu Consulting) is a liberal arts-educated software engineer with a focus on using and evangelizing forward-leaning technologies. He has a background as a system architect, a developer, a security consultant, a mentor, a team lead, an author and a trainer and operates in all of those roles as needed. His experience has spanned the online game, defense, finance, academic, hospitality, retail and commercial domains. He has worked with a wide variety of technologies such as network matrix switch controls, 3D simulation/visualization, Grid Computing, P2P and Semantic Web-based systems. He has a B.S. in Computer Science from the College of William and Mary. He is President of Bosatsu Consulting, Inc. and lives in Los Angeles, CA. Stéphane Corlosquet (Software Engineer and Drupal Developer at MIND Informatics) has been a driving force in incorporating Semantic Web capabilities into the core of the Drupal Content Management System. He holds a master's degree specializing in Semantic Web from the Digital Enterprise Research Institute (DERI), Ireland, and has published widely read papers and technical publications, including two chapters in the book, Definitive Guide to Drupal 7. Stéphane has worked as the head of IT and Web development for Ici Formation and Eco Innovation and currently works at MassGeneral Institute for Neurodegenerative Disease (MIND), MGH, as a Software Engineer developing the Science Collaboration Framework, a Drupal-based distribution for building online communities of researchers in biomedecine. Thomas Baker, Chief Information Officer of the Dublin Core Metadata Initiative, has recently co-chaired the W3C Semantic Web Deployment Working Group and the W3C Incubator Group on Library Linked Data. _______________________________________________

Conference - Rare books

The Next Chapter: Rare Books in Modern Times Presented by the Conservation Center for Art & Historic Artifacts November 13 & 14, 2012 Philadelphia, PA Hosted and co-sponsored by: American Philosophical Society Millions of books are contained in 21st-century libraries, museums, archives, and special collections. Those defined as rare may be historically significant, scarce, unusual or innovative in format, or otherwise unique. The evolution from handwritten text to printed volume and digital page is indicative of cultural and intellectual growth and parallels improvements in the use and care of books. The book in modern times is a source of knowledge and a work of art. This two-day program will explore the definition of the rare book within the context of its physical history and current preservation concerns. Presenters will also address ways to engage the public with rare book collections in conservation work and exhibition planning. Topics will include: * Identification and description of historical bindings * Preservation priorities and conservation issues for rare books in the digital age * Digitization selection * Objectives in targeting volumes for conservation treatment * Rare book exhibition planning and interpretation Speakers: Maria Fredericks Drue Heinz Book Conservator, The Morgan Library & Museum Janet Gertz Director of Preservation and Digital Conversion Division, Columbia University Libraries Jim Hinz Director of Book Conservation, Conservation Center for Art & Historic Artifacts Consuela (Chela) Metzger Conservator of Library Collections, Winterthur Museum, Garden & Library Julia Miller Conservator in Private Practice Steve Miller Professor & Coordinator, MFA in the Book Arts Program, School of Library & Information Studies, The University of Alabama Christine Nelson Drue Heinz Curator of Literary and Historical Manuscripts and Head of Interpretive Strategy, The Morgan Library & Museum Will Noel Director, Special Collections Center, University of Pennsylvania Eric Pumroy Director of Library Collections and Seymour Adelman Head of Special Collections, Bryn Mawr College Program Fees: $225 CCAHA members $250 Non-members More information about this program and online registration is available at www.ccaha.org/education/program-calendar. Major funding for this program was generously provided by the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH), with additional support from The Pew Charitable Trusts, the Independence Foundation, and the Pennsylvania Council on the Arts.

Online class - Learn How to Develop for Mobile Devices

Learn How to Develop for Mobile Devices in New Online Class Is your library looking to reach out to library patrons on their mobile devices? Want to learn how to develop a mobile web app? Join Jason Clark, Montana State University Libraries, and Chad Mairn, St. Petersburg College, FL, in this hands-on webinar to learn about mobile web development and get you started. Using the jQuery Mobile Framework By the end of 2012, it is expected that more than 80% of the world's population will have access to a smartphone. Your library users will assume that your library can be accessible from anywhere, any time, on any device. Now is the time to be ready! October 26 & 29, 10:30am – 12:30pm central (Read more at http://www.amigos.org/node/1399) ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ METS: The Basics November 28 - 29 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. E-readers: From Policy Implementation to Marketing and Evaluation December 6 & 13 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. CST Visit http://www.amigos.org/learning/calendar/ for the complete list of scheduled training.

Conference - Art Conservation

Join Us for ICA's 2012 Annual Meeting ?ICA- Art Conservation is pleased to cordially invite you and a guest to our 2012 Annual Meeting. This marks a year of significant progress in our 60 year history as we continue to give voice to art and advocate for out cultural heritage. Wednesday, November 14 4:30 - 7:00 p.m. Progressive Insurance Visitor Center 6300 Wilson Mills Rd. Mayfield Village, OH 44113 Hors d'oeuvres and refreshments served The annual meeting will feature: * A presentation by ICA Executive Director Albert Albano concerning his recent fellowship at the American Academy in Rome * A tour of the Progressive Art Collection conducted by H. Scott Westover, Collection Curator, and Heather Galloway, ICA Paintings Conservator Space is limited Admission by reservation only We look forward to seeing you on November 14th RSVP to Matt Jurns, ICA Office Manager, by October 31st at 216/658-8700, or matt@ica-artconservation.org.

Internship - Kentucky Historical Society

Special Collections and Library Spring 2013 Graduate Internship (Pass the Word) The Kentucky Historical Society (KHS) is a state agency and membership organization that is fully accredited by the American Association of Museums. The KHS mission is to engage people in the exploration of the commonwealth’s diverse heritage by providing connections to the past, perspective on the present and inspiration for the future. KHS seeks a Graduate level intern to assist with the Pass the Word project. Pass the Word is a new oral history discovery tool from the Kentucky Oral History Commission (KOHC) at KHS. A centralized database allows researchers to search for the state’s oral history collections and resources in one centralized online location and be connected directly with the institution charged with providing access to those collections, whether they are available online or in-person. Content can be added and edited by the oral history repository owner, thus facilitating continual updated access to oral history collections. The objective for this internship is to assist in the initial population of collection level and interview (or item) level content into the website. Intern Objectives: Work with partner repositories either onsite or via the phone and email to successfully import their oral history collections. Help populate Pass the Word by importing oral history collections into the site for KHS and other repositories. Write item and collection level descriptions by expanding upon existing descriptions. Promote Pass the Word by assisting with outreach initiatives to increase the public and repositories’ understanding of the project and its benefits. Outreach initiatives include writing 3 blog posts, using other social media tools to publicize the website and advocating for it while visiting repositories. Skill Required: Successful candidate will have the following skills: Ability to work independently once instructed how to perform a task. Communication skills to effectively work with people via phone, email and in person with various professionals in the field. Adaptability to work in different surroundings such as visiting other institutions. Basic computer skills. Majority of time will be spent sitting and using computer in an office environment. Travel may be required. Successful candidate must have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation. Mileage will be reimbursed. Total Hours 200/over 12 weeks or less. This is a temporary position with a stipend based in Frankfort, Ky. Employee benefits are not available. Housing is not provided. To apply, e-mail cover letter, internship application and resume to phyllis.gilman@ky.gov . No phone calls please. Application deadline is Thursday, November 29, 2012. Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D

Workshop - Intermediate Book Repair

Intermediate Book Repair, October 30-31, Dallas, TX You’ve taken Basic Book Repair, used the techniques at your library, and now it’s time for more training. Join Rebecca Elder at our Intermediate Book Repair workshop at SMU and develop your expertise with advanced techniques such as complex paper repair, spine replacement, corner repair, enclosures, sewing in loose signatures, and recasing a book in its original cover. You will also review and discuss decision-making, workflow, how to set up a repair unit, and how to identify items requiring the expertise of a conservator. Contact Klein@amigos.org for more information. The Imaging and Preservation Service is funded in part by a grant from the Division of Preservation and Access of the National Endowment for the Humanities. Elizabeth Klein, Program Coordinator Imaging & Preservation Service Unit Amigos Library Services 14400 Midway Road Dallas, TX 75244 1-800-843-8482 ~ 972-991-6061 FAX 972-340-2844 direct ~ 469-223-4900 cell phone klein@amigos.org ~ www.amigos.org

TRAVEL GRANT - ARSC CONFERENCE

The Outreach Committee of the Association for Recorded Sound Collections (ARSC) posts the following message. --- ARSC CONFERENCE TRAVEL GRANTS --- Application Deadline: December 7, 2012 The Association for Recorded Sound Collections is now accepting applications for ARSC Conference Travel Grants to be awarded in 2013. The grants are designed to: -- encourage ARSC members to attend their first ARSC conference -- reach out to college students and professionals in the early stages of their careers -- promote mentoring and professional development opportunities -- advance scholarly research and publication, and -- support ARSC members who desire to participate more actively in the association. Grant recipients are awarded: -- complimentary registration for the entire ARSC Annual Conference -- gratis registration for the Pre-Conference Workshop, and -- reimbursement up to US$750 to defray the expenses of transportation and lodging (upon approval of valid receipts, to be submitted after the conference). Rental car costs for transportation within the conference city are not reimbursable. At the time of application, the applicant must be a member of ARSC in good standing, planning to attend his or her first ARSC conference. The applicant must also be one of the following: -- a college or university student aspiring to work with sound recordings -- a recent graduate seeking a professional position involving sound recordings -- a professional within the first five years of his or her career, who has demonstrated a dedication to sound recordings -- a researcher or discographer showing compelling prospects for the publication or dissemination of his or her scholarly work. Applicants who demonstrate an interest in serving on an ARSC committee, publishing their work in the ARSC Journal, or presenting at an ARSC conference will be given particular consideration. Preference will be given to applicants who plan to attend the entire conference, beginning with the pre-conference workshop. Each applicant must submit: -- a letter of application describing the applicant's background and current activities, clearly indicating why the applicant merits consideration for an ARSC Conference Travel Grant -- a proposed budget for travel costs -- itemization of any non-ARSC funds that the applicant may receive toward ARSC conference attendance, such as institutional support, etc. -- a brief resume or curriculum vitae, and -- two letters of support, each submitted directly by the writer. Applications lacking any of the above items will be deemed incomplete, and may not be viewed favorably by the Travel Grants Committee. All applications and supporting materials must be received by December 7, 2012. Send them by e-mail or postal mail to: Louise Spear, ARSC Conference Travel Grants Committee American Musical and Dramatic Academy 6305 Yucca Street Los Angeles, CA 90028 LSpear@amda.edu For more information, visit: http://www.arsc-audio.org/committees/grant-programs.html or e-mail: LSpear@amda.edu Applicants will be notified about the award decisions by January 21, 2013.

TRAVEL GRANT - ARSC CONFERENCE

The Outreach Committee of the Association for Recorded Sound Collections (ARSC) posts the following message. --- ARSC CONFERENCE TRAVEL GRANTS --- Application Deadline: December 7, 2012 The Association for Recorded Sound Collections is now accepting applications for ARSC Conference Travel Grants to be awarded in 2013. The grants are designed to: -- encourage ARSC members to attend their first ARSC conference -- reach out to college students and professionals in the early stages of their careers -- promote mentoring and professional development opportunities -- advance scholarly research and publication, and -- support ARSC members who desire to participate more actively in the association. Grant recipients are awarded: -- complimentary registration for the entire ARSC Annual Conference -- gratis registration for the Pre-Conference Workshop, and -- reimbursement up to US$750 to defray the expenses of transportation and lodging (upon approval of valid receipts, to be submitted after the conference). Rental car costs for transportation within the conference city are not reimbursable. At the time of application, the applicant must be a member of ARSC in good standing, planning to attend his or her first ARSC conference. The applicant must also be one of the following: -- a college or university student aspiring to work with sound recordings -- a recent graduate seeking a professional position involving sound recordings -- a professional within the first five years of his or her career, who has demonstrated a dedication to sound recordings -- a researcher or discographer showing compelling prospects for the publication or dissemination of his or her scholarly work. Applicants who demonstrate an interest in serving on an ARSC committee, publishing their work in the ARSC Journal, or presenting at an ARSC conference will be given particular consideration. Preference will be given to applicants who plan to attend the entire conference, beginning with the pre-conference workshop. Each applicant must submit: -- a letter of application describing the applicant's background and current activities, clearly indicating why the applicant merits consideration for an ARSC Conference Travel Grant -- a proposed budget for travel costs -- itemization of any non-ARSC funds that the applicant may receive toward ARSC conference attendance, such as institutional support, etc. -- a brief resume or curriculum vitae, and -- two letters of support, each submitted directly by the writer. Applications lacking any of the above items will be deemed incomplete, and may not be viewed favorably by the Travel Grants Committee. All applications and supporting materials must be received by December 7, 2012. Send them by e-mail or postal mail to: Louise Spear, ARSC Conference Travel Grants Committee American Musical and Dramatic Academy 6305 Yucca Street Los Angeles, CA 90028 LSpear@amda.edu For more information, visit: http://www.arsc-audio.org/committees/grant-programs.html or e-mail: LSpear@amda.edu Applicants will be notified about the award decisions by January 21, 2013.

TRAVEL GRANT - ARSC CONFERENCE

The Outreach Committee of the Association for Recorded Sound Collections (ARSC) posts the following message. --- ARSC CONFERENCE TRAVEL GRANTS --- Application Deadline: December 7, 2012 The Association for Recorded Sound Collections is now accepting applications for ARSC Conference Travel Grants to be awarded in 2013. The grants are designed to: -- encourage ARSC members to attend their first ARSC conference -- reach out to college students and professionals in the early stages of their careers -- promote mentoring and professional development opportunities -- advance scholarly research and publication, and -- support ARSC members who desire to participate more actively in the association. Grant recipients are awarded: -- complimentary registration for the entire ARSC Annual Conference -- gratis registration for the Pre-Conference Workshop, and -- reimbursement up to US$750 to defray the expenses of transportation and lodging (upon approval of valid receipts, to be submitted after the conference). Rental car costs for transportation within the conference city are not reimbursable. At the time of application, the applicant must be a member of ARSC in good standing, planning to attend his or her first ARSC conference. The applicant must also be one of the following: -- a college or university student aspiring to work with sound recordings -- a recent graduate seeking a professional position involving sound recordings -- a professional within the first five years of his or her career, who has demonstrated a dedication to sound recordings -- a researcher or discographer showing compelling prospects for the publication or dissemination of his or her scholarly work. Applicants who demonstrate an interest in serving on an ARSC committee, publishing their work in the ARSC Journal, or presenting at an ARSC conference will be given particular consideration. Preference will be given to applicants who plan to attend the entire conference, beginning with the pre-conference workshop. Each applicant must submit: -- a letter of application describing the applicant's background and current activities, clearly indicating why the applicant merits consideration for an ARSC Conference Travel Grant -- a proposed budget for travel costs -- itemization of any non-ARSC funds that the applicant may receive toward ARSC conference attendance, such as institutional support, etc. -- a brief resume or curriculum vitae, and -- two letters of support, each submitted directly by the writer. Applications lacking any of the above items will be deemed incomplete, and may not be viewed favorably by the Travel Grants Committee. All applications and supporting materials must be received by December 7, 2012. Send them by e-mail or postal mail to: Louise Spear, ARSC Conference Travel Grants Committee American Musical and Dramatic Academy 6305 Yucca Street Los Angeles, CA 90028 LSpear@amda.edu For more information, visit: http://www.arsc-audio.org/committees/grant-programs.html or e-mail: LSpear@amda.edu Applicants will be notified about the award decisions by January 21, 2013.

TRAVEL GRANT - ARSC CONFERENCE

The Outreach Committee of the Association for Recorded Sound Collections (ARSC) posts the following message. --- ARSC CONFERENCE TRAVEL GRANTS --- Application Deadline: December 7, 2012 The Association for Recorded Sound Collections is now accepting applications for ARSC Conference Travel Grants to be awarded in 2013. The grants are designed to: -- encourage ARSC members to attend their first ARSC conference -- reach out to college students and professionals in the early stages of their careers -- promote mentoring and professional development opportunities -- advance scholarly research and publication, and -- support ARSC members who desire to participate more actively in the association. Grant recipients are awarded: -- complimentary registration for the entire ARSC Annual Conference -- gratis registration for the Pre-Conference Workshop, and -- reimbursement up to US$750 to defray the expenses of transportation and lodging (upon approval of valid receipts, to be submitted after the conference). Rental car costs for transportation within the conference city are not reimbursable. At the time of application, the applicant must be a member of ARSC in good standing, planning to attend his or her first ARSC conference. The applicant must also be one of the following: -- a college or university student aspiring to work with sound recordings -- a recent graduate seeking a professional position involving sound recordings -- a professional within the first five years of his or her career, who has demonstrated a dedication to sound recordings -- a researcher or discographer showing compelling prospects for the publication or dissemination of his or her scholarly work. Applicants who demonstrate an interest in serving on an ARSC committee, publishing their work in the ARSC Journal, or presenting at an ARSC conference will be given particular consideration. Preference will be given to applicants who plan to attend the entire conference, beginning with the pre-conference workshop. Each applicant must submit: -- a letter of application describing the applicant's background and current activities, clearly indicating why the applicant merits consideration for an ARSC Conference Travel Grant -- a proposed budget for travel costs -- itemization of any non-ARSC funds that the applicant may receive toward ARSC conference attendance, such as institutional support, etc. -- a brief resume or curriculum vitae, and -- two letters of support, each submitted directly by the writer. Applications lacking any of the above items will be deemed incomplete, and may not be viewed favorably by the Travel Grants Committee. All applications and supporting materials must be received by December 7, 2012. Send them by e-mail or postal mail to: Louise Spear, ARSC Conference Travel Grants Committee American Musical and Dramatic Academy 6305 Yucca Street Los Angeles, CA 90028 LSpear@amda.edu For more information, visit: http://www.arsc-audio.org/committees/grant-programs.html or e-mail: LSpear@amda.edu Applicants will be notified about the award decisions by January 21, 2013.

Fellowships - UCLA

2012-2013 Charles Donald O'Malley Short-term Research Fellowships For Research in the History of Medicine and Allied Fields at UCLA The David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA and History and Special Collections for the Sciences in UCLA Library Special Collections are pleased to announce the availability of the 2012-2013 Charles Donald O'Malley Short-term Research Fellowships to further investigation into the history of medical thought and healing practice and art from the earliest times to the recent past. Three fellowships will be awarded, each of which carries a grant of up to $1,500 to defray travel and residence costs for research conducted at UCLA special collections libraries between January 7 and June 30, 2013. The award commemorates the work of Charles D. O'Malley, PhD (1907-70), the Vesalian scholar and first full-time chair of the Department of Medical History at UCLA. O'Malley pioneered the study of the history of medicine at UCLA and facilitated its growth. Eligibility: U.S. citizens and permanent residents with a legal right to work in the United States who are engaged in graduate level, post-doctoral, or independent research are invited to apply. The fellowships are available to visiting scholars and UCLA graduate students primarily interested in using History and Special Collections for the Sciences, the Library Special Collections division located in the Louise M. Darling Biomedical Library. Other special collections at UCLA also may be used, including the William Andrews Clark Library, Charles E. Young Research Library Department of Special Collections, and University Archives. Application Instructions: Applications must be received on or before November 16, 2012 and must include: - Cover letter - Curriculum vitae - Outline of research topic and special collections to be used (two pages maximum) - Brief budget for travel, living, and research expenses - Dates to be spent in residence Two letters of recommendation from faculty or other scholars familiar with the research project Application materials, including letters of recommendation, can be submitted in print format by mail to the address below, or in PDF format by email to rjohnson@library.ucla.edu. Applications in PDF format by email are preferred. Review Process and Notification: A committee will evaluate the research proposals, and applicants will be notified of the selection committee's decision by email by December 16, 2012. Fellows may be asked to speak briefly about their recent or ongoing research at an informal brownbag session with local scholars during their visit. Submit applications or direct questions about the fellowships to: Charles Donald O'Malley Short-term Research Fellowships c/o Russell A. Johnson History and Special Collections for the Sciences Louise M. Darling Biomedical Library, UCLA 12-077 Center for the Health Sciences Box 951798 Los Angeles, California 90095-1798 Phone: 310.825.6940 Fax: 310.825.0465 Email: rjohnson@library.ucla.edu

The Mid-Atlantic Regional Archives Conference (MARAC) is proud to announce that registration is open for the following continuing education workshops. The MARAC workshops are approved for Academy of Certified Archivist credits upon request. To register go to: http://www.marac.info/workshops *Archival Instruction: Promoting Collections, Information Literacy and Collaboration - December 6, 2012 Johnson Center Library, George Mason University, Fairfax, VA Instructors: Jason Byrd, George Mason University and Leah Richardson, University of Chicago Description: Instruction has become an increasingly popular trend in the archival field for promoting collections and educating users on the research process. Too often archivists and librarians are working in isolation on instruction efforts. In 2011, the presenters started an outreach initiative at George Mason University Libraries using library and archival resources to collaboratively teach primary and secondary source research skills at the undergraduate level. The workshop will draw from the presenters' experience in developing these programs with a focus on primary source research. Workshop participants will craft learning outcomes and research assignments that are appropriate for a variety of educational levels and institutions, focusing on four key aspects: research; instruction: collaboration; and outreach. MARAC is also offering pre-conference workshops at its upcoming Fall 2012 conference in Richmond, VA, October 25-27, 2012. For more information about the Richmond conference go to: http://www.marac.info/upcoming-conferences

Schlarship - MARAC

LEONARD RAPPORT MODERN ARCHIVES INSTITUTE SCHOLARSHIPS The Mid-Atlantic Regional Archives Conference (MARAC) provides scholarship funds to attend the Modern Archives Institute. The scholarship award covers the tuition, and up to $600 in travel expenses with demonstration of need, a submitted budget, and receipts.This scholarship is established in honor of MARAC member Leonard Rapport and is known as the Leonard Rapport Modern Archives Institute Scholarship. QUALIFICATIONS: For this scholarship, an individual must currently be employed in the MARAC region in an archival or archives-related position. APPLICATION: Applicants should submit a resume; a cover letter including a statement of the expected benefits of attending the Institute; and two letters of recommendation from persons having knowledge of the applicant's work and qualifications. DEADLINES: Applications for the winter Institute scholarship should be received no later than November 15, 2012; the recipient will be notified by December 15. FURTHER INFORMATION: Individuals accepting the scholarship agree to write a report on the experience for possible publication in the Mid-Atlantic Archivist. For further information about the Modern Archives Institute, including dates, see http://www.archives.gov/preservation/modern-archives-institute/. Please note that, though the Institute fills months in advance, a space is reserved for the MARAC scholarship winner. All scholarship applications should be sent by email to the current chair of the MARAC Education Committee by the deadlines listed. Brian Keough, University at Albany, bkeough@albany.edu

FREE webinar - California records

The California Historical Records Advisory Board is offering a free, two-part webinar, Introduction to Electronic Records Management, on Friday November 9 and Friday November 16, 2012. Each two-hour session will begin at 9:00 a.m. Pacific time. Introduction to Electronic Records Management will help you understand and apply key concepts and terminology, set up a program to manage electronic records, learn about standards and best practices, and develop strategies to store, access, and preserve electronic records. Taught by experienced instructors Lori Ashley and Charles Dollar, this webinar can help you learn how to deal with electronic records management challenges. To register, send name, name of organization, email address, and phone number to: Sherrie.lujan@sos.ca.gov Registration deadline is November 2, 2012. Once registration has been confirmed, you will be sent additional information about one week prior to the first session that will provide instructions on how to connect to the program. The webinar is intended for California organizations only. This webinar was developed with funding provided by the National Historical Publications and Records Commission.

Webinar - Embedding Linked Data Invisibly into Web Pages

Embedding Linked Data Invisibly into Web Pages: Strategies and Workflows for Publishing with RDFa October 24, 2012 1:00 - 2:30 p.m. (Eastern Time) About the Webinar Speakers Registration Can't make it on the 24th? Register now and gain access to the archive for one year. System Requirements Please note: you will need a computer for the presentation and Q&A, and a telephone for the audio. About the Webinar As described in the April NISO/DCMI webinar by Dan Brickley, schema.org is a search-engine initiative aimed at helping webmasters use structured data markup to improve the discovery and display of search results. Drupal 7 makes it easy to markup HTML pages with schema.org terms, allowing users to quickly build websites with structured data that can be understood by Google and displayed as Rich Snippets. Improved search results are only part of the story, however. Data-bearing documents become machine-processable once you find them. The subject matter, important facts, calendar events, authorship, licensing, and whatever else you might like to share become there for the taking. Sales reports, RSS feeds, industry analysis, maps, diagrams and process artifacts can now connect back to other data sets to provide linkage to context and related content. The key to this is the adoption standards for both the data model (RDF) and the means of weaving it into documents (RDFa). Drupal 7 has become the leading content platform to adopt these standards. This webinar will describe how RDFa and Drupal 7 can improve how organizations publish information and data on the Web for both internal and external consumption. It will discuss what is required to use these features and how they impact publication workflow. The talk will focus on high-level and accessible demonstrations of what is possible. Technical people should learn how to proceed while non-technical people will learn what is possible. http://www.niso.org/news/events/2012/dcmi/publishing_with_RDFa/

FREE webinar - Revitalize the Library Customer Service Experience

10/17/2012 2:00 - 3:30 p.m. (CT) Session 1: Revitalize the Library Customer Service Experience from Outside In and Inside Out (Texas State Library and Archives Commission) Explore how to meet and exceed customer expectations through the unique V.O.I.C.E. Customer Service Model that explores: the value we create and share, the opportunity to make a difference, the things we can do to make an impact, the ways we form connections and engage. Explore delivering exceptional service by meeting five customer needs and enhancing the image of your service "V.O.I.C.E." from outside in and inside out. Proactively explore how to exceed customer expectations, Map Customer Points of Possibility to determine opportunities for proactively managing expectations, Determine how to meet and exceed 5 Top Customer Needs on each point of customer contact, Explore challenges of “implementers” of library policy and “regs,” and Creating action individual action plan. 10/24/2012 2:00 - 3:30 p.m. (CT) Session 2: Revitalize the Library Customer Service Experience from Outside In and Inside Out (Texas State Library and Archives Commission) Enhance Internal Customer Experience. How does what I do serve the whole? Fit into the Library mission? How do I embrace personal responsibility and accountability? What does that have to do with being a good internal customer service agent? How does what I do well and/or fail to do impact the other co-workers functions? How can I become value-added and build strong internal relationships? What can I do to prevent workplace misunderstandings? 10/30/2012 2:00 - 3:30 p.m. (CT) Session 3: Revitalize the Library Customer Service Experience from Outside In and Inside Out (Texas State Library and Archives Commission) Phone Etiquette and Call Management. Are your phone practices creating a springboard for positive response or a sink-hole for negative reaction? How the phone is answered and subsequently managed creates an image in the minds of customers. Create a positive impression and set a positive tone through etiquette and call management. Explore how to: answer a call, place a call on hold, transfer a call and accept transfer, take a message, research information on phone, and close a call. https://www.tsl.state.tx.us/ld/workshops/webinars/index.html