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June NMRT Online Program: Caregiving and Working During the Pandemic

Posted on May 23, 2022 by nmrtsecretary

Please join the NMRT Online Program committee for their June program on June 8th, 12 CST. This program will be a panel of librarians that discuss caregiving and working during the pandemic. Please find a more detailed program description and panelist information … Continue reading →

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NMRT Annual Social

Posted on May 10, 2022 by nmrtsecretary

New Members Round Table is celebrating its 80th birthday at Sudhouse, D.C.! Join us for some food, drinks, trivia, prizes, and the recognition of our annual award winners!  RSVP with the QR code or link provided, and we hope to … Continue reading →

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NMRT Member of the Month Spotlight – Heather Bush

Posted on May 2, 2022 by nmrtsecretary

Email: bushhk@eckerd.edu Institution/Location of Institution: Eckerd College, St. Petersburg, Florida Job Title: Currently: Visiting Access Services Librarian  Beginning July 2022: Assistant Professor, Access Services Librarian and Behavioral Sciences Liaison Brief Job Description: As the Access Services Librarian, I oversee two full-time … Continue reading →

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Navigating International Conference Opportunities: advancing your career with tips, personal experiences, and global collaborations

Posted on April 25, 2022 by nmrtsecretary

You’re invited to a webinar on May 12th at 10 a.m. CT provided by the International Relations Round Table! Webinar Title: Navigating International Conference Opportunities: advancing your career with tips, personal experiences, and global collaborations Registration link: https://ala-events.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Bm9FiTJnTeiW_80lxobyRg Description: Do you want to … Continue reading →

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New Members Round Table (NMRT) Student Chapter of the Year Award (SCOTYA) Winners

Posted on April 25, 2022 by nmrtsecretary

The American Library Association’s New Members Round Table (NMRT) Student Chapter of the Year Award (SCOTYA) Committee is pleased to announce San Jose State University as the winner of the 2022 ALA Student Chapter of the Year Award. The committee … Continue reading →

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Preservation Week 2022

Posted on April 19, 2022 by nmrtsecretary

by Maggie Halterman-Dess Did you know that the last week of April is Preservation Week? Sponsored by the American Library Association’s Core subdivision, this annual event is an opportunity to bring awareness support needed to maintain collections long-term, whether family … Continue reading →

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NMRT Annual Conference Professional Development Attendance Award

Posted on March 29, 2022 by nmrtsecretary

NMRT Members, are you planning to attend ALA this year, and are interested in attending a ticketed event? Then consider applying to the NMRT Annual Conference Professional Development Attendance Award to receive funding! In the spirit of ALA’s New Members … Continue reading →

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NMRT Shirley Olofson Memorial Award

Posted on March 24, 2022 by nmrtsecretary

Only 1 week left – be sure to submit your application for the Shirley Olofson Memorial Award! Are you a NMRT Member looking for financial assistance to attend ALA in Washington DC this year? Apply for the Shirley Olofson Memorial … Continue reading →

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Climate Change Library Lab: Climate Preparedness in Your Library

Posted on March 22, 2022 by nmrtsecretary

Please join the NMRT Online Program committee for our 2nd session on March 23rd, from 2-3pm CST! Title and registration link: Climate Change Library Lab: Climate Preparedness in Your Library Program description: Climate change and associated natural disasters are a growing issue … Continue reading →

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February 2022 Online Discussion Forum Recap: Ideas and Inspiration

Posted on March 9, 2022 by nmrtsecretary

By Laura Birkenhauer This month’s online discussion forum topic invited NMRT members to share plans and projects for 2022, in terms of either personal or professional goals: “Reflecting on your aspirations for 2022, what excites you about the library-related goals … Continue reading →

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