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NMRT Midwinter Hotel Block

Want to get the most of your Midwinter Meeting in Atlanta? Reserve a room in the NMRT Midwinter Hotel block.  Space is limited, so book today!  The block is at the Atlanta Marriott Marquis located on 265 Peachtree Center Avenue. … Continue reading

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Greetings from your NMRT president, Kate Kosturski!

Greetings from your NMRT president, Kate Kosturski!  I am thrilled to finally take the reins of leadership and build on the great work Kirby started last year. (I’m also equally thrilled she is still around to help me figure out … Continue reading

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NMRT Nominating Committee Election Form is Open

NMRT offers training, opportunities, and a wide variety of programs on the national, state and local levels to assist, encourage, and educate those new to the association and the profession. Now is the opportunity for you or a librarian you … Continue reading

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Endnotes: The Journal of the New Members Round Table June 2016 Issue

The NMRT Endnotes Committee is pleased to announce the publication of the June 2016 issue of Endnotes: The Journal of the New Members Round Table. The new issue is freely available on the NMRT website: http://www.ala.org/nmrt/oversightgroups/comm/schres Endnotes: The Journal of … Continue reading

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Online Discussion Forum Committee – May 2016 Discussion

By Maggie Cusick New Members Round Table – Online Discussion Forum Committee Some entering library school know exactly what type of work they would like to do and can tailor their coursework program to best prepare them for success in … Continue reading

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NMRT Election Results

The complete NMRT Executive Board for 2016-2017, officially taking office at the end of the 2016 ALA Annual Conference in Orlando,FL is: President: Kate Kosturski Past-President: Kirby McCurtis Vice President/President-Elect: Mandi Goodsett Secretary: Nicole Lamoreaux Treasurer: Lesley Looper Members Services Director: Julia Frankosky Outreach Director: Ariana … Continue reading

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NMRT Conference Orientations

NMRT will be hosting two orientation opportunities for conference attendees. Annual Conference Orientation Date: Friday, June 24 Time: 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM Location: HYATT Regency Orlando, Room Regency Ballroom T NMRT 101 Date: Saturday, June 25 Time: 8:30 AM … Continue reading

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NMRT Resume Review Service at ALA Annual

Are you searching for a job or just want to keep your resume up-to-date? Make an appointment to have your resume reviewed at Annual 2016. The NMRT Resume Review Service booth, located inside the ALA Placement Center, is open Saturday, … Continue reading

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Unemployment and Underemployment in Librarianship

May Live Chat Recap By Peter Brunette A growing number of librarians are coming out of library school and can’t find professional work, or full-time work. The promise of “there will be a lot of retirements soon so jobs will … Continue reading

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ALA Annual 2016 Map and Orlando Information

By Holly Kouns We hope your mouse ears and sunscreen are packed for ALA Annual 2016 in Orlando, Florida. The NMRT Local Information Committee has compiled information, suggestions, and a map to help you make the most of your time … Continue reading

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