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The ABCs of ALA

Posted on October 5, 2023 by nmrtsecretary

By Mary Kamela, University at Buffalo Get to Know ALA As a new academic year gets underway, students across the country are learning their ABCs. At ALA, many new members may also need a refresher on the various acronyms that … Continue reading →

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Open Call for Resume Reviewers

Posted on October 3, 2023 by nmrtsecretary

Help ALA members refine resumes, acclaim achievements, and solidify success! The New Members Round Table Resume Review Service Committee is looking for volunteers to review resumes for our virtual review service. Reviewers should have at least 5 years of professional … Continue reading →

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NMRT Conference Orientation for ALA 2023 – Friday June 23, 1:30pm

Posted on May 31, 2023 by nmrtsecretary

The New Members Round Table will be hosting its annual Conference Orientation on Friday, June 23 1:30-3:00pm in W187B at McCormick Place at the ALA 2023 Annual Conference. The orientation will include information about ALA and NMRT to orient new conference attendees, remarks from … Continue reading →

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Job Resources for Librarians and Information Professionals

Posted on May 30, 2023 by nmrtsecretary

By Tristan Draper, DeKalb Public Library Looking for a new job, or a first job, in the library field can be daunting. The application and interview process can often seem like an endless cycle. For new library workers with fewer … Continue reading →

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ALA Annual Games & Gaming Round Table Events

Posted on May 15, 2023 by nmrtsecretary

If you’re attending ALA Annual 2023, stop by the Games & Gaming Round Table booth in the Graphic Novels & Gaming Pavilion! Pick up some resources about gaming collections and programming, geek out with us about your favorite games and … Continue reading →

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ALA Annual Conference: NMRT Events & Customized Google Map

Posted on May 4, 2023 by nmrtsecretary

ALA Annual 2023 in Chicago is right around the corner and NMRT Committees have been busy putting together resources and events related to the conference. Whether this is your first ALA Annual or you have attended before, the resources and … Continue reading →

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Five Simple Rules for Navigating a National Conference

Posted on May 1, 2023 by nmrtsecretary

By Mary Kamela, University at Buffalo In March 2023, I attended my first national library conference: ACRL 2023 in Pittsburgh, PA. Although I was initially worried about the size of the conference and the number of programs, I found the … Continue reading →

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Professional Development: Beyond the Conference

Posted on April 19, 2023 by nmrtsecretary

By Laura Birkenhauer When thinking about professional development, we most likely think of attending webinars, workshops, classes, and conferences, or reading trade and professional publications. But the options for professional learning extend far beyond these choices. The NMRT Online Discussion … Continue reading →

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NMRT Annual Conference Professional Development Attendance Award

Posted on March 28, 2023 by nmrtsecretary

The NMRT Annual Conference Professional Development Attendance Award fosters active involvement in ALA through various special events at the Annual Conference. The Annual Conference Professional Development Attendance Award is presented to two NMRT members each year. The award provides professional … Continue reading →

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NMRT Communications Committee – April Blog Post

Posted on March 27, 2023 by nmrtsecretary

by Caroline Akervik The ALA Annual Conference & Exhibition is taking place from June 22-27, 2023, at McCormick Place Chicago in Chicago, IL. Per the conference FAQs, “Librarians, authors, publishers, business professionals, educators and students—anyone who is passionate about books, … Continue reading →

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