February 2015 - Michlib-l

Central Michigan University job posting - Medical Library Associate
by Kathy Irwin 16 Feb '15

16 Feb '15

Central Michigan University Libraries seeks applications for the position of Medical Library Associate. This new position provides information and research services to students and faculty within the College of Medicine’s Learning Commons, which is a highly networked environment. The incumbent of this position reports to the Medical Librarian and assists with information literacy instruction, assists with the creation of library learning objects, and participates in evaluation activities. *Minimum qualifications:* • Bachelor's degree • At least 1 year of experience w¬¬-¬orking in a library or in a health-related field • Strong computer and technical skills • Excellent oral and written communication skills • Strong collaborative and interpersonal skills *Preferred qualifications:* • Customer services experience in a higher education or health care environment • Experience teaching or tutoring • Experience creating research guides • Experience developing online instructional tools • Graduate degree in a related field. Students currently enrolled in a library or biomedical sciences master's degree program are encouraged to apply. • Experience supporting biomedical research activities *Submit an online application using this link: https://www.jobs.cmich.edu/postings/21157 <https://www.jobs.cmich.edu/postings/21157> * *Screening of Application Materials will begin March 9, 2015* Central Michigan University was established in 1892 and is among the nation’s 100 largest public universities. As a tier-one university, CMU serves nearly 20,000 students on its Mount Pleasant campus. It also enrolls more than 7,000 students and working adults online and at 50 out-of-state locations. CMU delivers a superior educational experience for students that is built on close relationships with faculty and staff, hands-on learning including undergraduate research, an emphasis on leadership and volunteerism, and a global perspective. With a $440 million budget, CMU offers more than 200 academic programs from the undergraduate to doctoral levels. Premier programs include the sciences, business, accounting, health professions, communications, teacher preparation, educational leadership, engineering, neuroscience, psychology, apparel merchandising design, music, and political science. CMU in 2013 launched the nation’s 137th College of Medicine. CMU offers top NCAA Division I athletics. The university is located in a classic college community in the heart of lower Michigan, where residents find active outdoor features, family attractions and Midwestern life in a vibrant university culture.

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Job Posting: Learning Design Specialist, University of Michigan Library, Ann Arbor, MI
by Jo Angela Oehrli 16 Feb '15

16 Feb '15

The University of Michigan Library is seeking a collaborative Learning Design Specialist to focus on student learning in a highly collegial, interdisciplinary environment. The Learning Design Specialist will explore the intersection of library instruction, instructional design, pedagogy, and learning technologies in collaboration with other librarians and technologists who are developing content and extending learning experiences beyond traditional methods. The Specialist will provide leadership in coordinating learning technology applications in conjunction with the activities of the new Shapiro Design Lab. The lab emphasizes student engagement by training peer consultants to lead learning and research projects and partnering with faculty as they re-imagine the when, where, and how of learning. The Specialist will bring together expertise, learning technology tools, learning theory, effective teaching pedagogies, and assessment to realize meaningful learning environments for the humanities, sciences, and social sciences. More information about the position can be found at http://umjobs.org/job_detail/105829/learning_design_specialist. Angie Oehrli -- Jo Angela Oehrli Learning Librarian Children's Literature Librarian University of Michigan Ann Arbor, MI 48109-1185 http://www.lib.umich.edu/users/jooehrli 734 936-2376

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Great Michigan Read
by Trish Burns 16 Feb '15

16 Feb '15

The Michigan Humanities Council has announced the 2015-2016 Great Michigan Read title - it is Station Eleven by Emily St. John Mandel. More information can be found here - http://www.michiganhumanities.org/great-michigan-read/gmr-2015-16-title/ Trish Burns Director, Public Libraries of Saginaw 505 Janes Avenue Saginaw, MI 48607 989-755-9833 tburns(a)saginawlibrary.org ALA Councilor for Michigan

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Re: [Michlib-l] Questions about Seed Libraries
by Bradley Scott 14 Feb '15

14 Feb '15

I recently found out that the Cass County Public Library in Missouri has a seed library program, which was recently mentioned on their blog. They may be able to tell you something about their experiences. https://useyourlibraryvoice.wordpress.com/2014/03/27/seed-library-now-open-… The blog post includes a link to something called the Seed Savers Exchange, which may have other useful information: http://www.seedsavers.org/ The laws that you refer to seem to be at the state level, but similar language may occur in several states' laws. http://seedlibraries.org/profiles/blogs/does-us-agricultural-law-mean-seed-… Some libraries have reportedly turned to hosting events at which gardeners can exchange seeds directly between themselves instead of holding the seeds in a library collection. Bradley A. Scott

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ARSL Conference presentation proposals
by Colleen Leddy 14 Feb '15

14 Feb '15

Hi! Got a rockin' conference presentation you'd love to share with others? The Association for Rural & Small Libraries would love to hear about it! See information below on how to submit a proposal for the ARSL 2015 Conference...Rockin' in Little Rock. Thanks, Colleen The Association for Rural & Small Libraries (ARSL) invites proposals for break-out session presentations for the 2015 Conference to be held in Little Rock, Arkansas, October 1 - 3. Proposals for these 1-hour sessions can be submitted using our online form found here: http://goo.gl/forms/HsdkG43X7p The deadline to submit the form is March 13, 2015. All proposals will be reviewed by the Conference Programming Committee. Those who submit a proposal will be notified whether or not their proposal was accepted by April 6, 2015. This year’s conference theme is “Rockin’ in Little Rock.” Themes we hope to see among your proposals include the following: Libraries Rock …. · Building Community Partners · Solving Problems with New Approaches · Creative Management · Technology Tools We remind presenters that workshops must be geared toward the small and rural library audience, and those that are practical, hands-on, and how-to are preferred. This is not the proper venue for post-graduate dissertations or marketing products. Additional instructions are included on the form. Workshop presenters will receive ONE complimentary conference registration per workshop title selected. (i.e. a team of three presenters working on one workshop will receive one complimentary registration). The committee is looking forward to receiving your submissions. -- Colleen Leddy, Director Stair District Library 228 W. Main St. Morenci, MI 49256 517/458-6510 Monday & Wednesday: 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesday, Thursday, Friday: 1 to 5 p.m. Saturday: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

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Summer Internship
by Christine Hage 13 Feb '15

13 Feb '15

The American Library Association (ALA) today announces the opening of the application process for the prestigious 2015 Google Policy Fellows <http://googlepublicpolicy.blogspot.com/2015/02/apply-for-2015-north-america…> program: http://www.districtdispatch.org/2015/02/ala-seeks-candidates-2015-google-po… Christine Lind Hage, President, United for Libraries Library Director, Rochester Hills Public Library 500 Olde Towne Road Rochester, MI 48307-2043 248/650-7122 Raising a reader is: Talking * Singing * Reading * Writing * Playing

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Online Program Registration
by Andy Schuck 13 Feb '15

13 Feb '15

We are interested in hearing from libraries that use an online program registration. We currently have one that is part of our Drupal website but are having issues with sending reminders and adding categories (like age, allergies, etc.). We would like to hear what products other libraries have tried and found useful (as well as hear about the ones that were not useful). Thank you in advance- I will compile if there is interest. Andy Schuck Head, Youth Services William P. Faust Public Library of Westland 6123 Central City Parkway Westland, MI 48185 734-326-6123, ext. 2844 www.westlandlibrary.org<http://www.westlandlibrary.org>

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Results of Little Free Library discussion
by Jessica Holman 13 Feb '15

13 Feb '15

Good afternoon, Thank you to everyone who gave their input on Little Free Libraries. You've been very helpful. Several people asked for the findings, so I thought it would be good to share with the list serv. The majority of those who responded thought highly of Little Free Libraries. *Highlights of Michlib-l list serv regarding Little Free Libraries* Useful web sites and articles: - http://littlefreelibrary.org/ Official Little Free Library site - http://www.tadl.org/littlefreelibrary Traverse Area District Library’s Little Free Library - http://www.heritage.com/articles/2014/08/30/ypsilanti_courier/news/doc5400a… Ypsilanti District Library sets up Little Free Library next to bus stop, on library’s premises - http://www.theatlantic.com/education/archive/2014/07/the-low-tech-appeal-of… The low-tech appeal of Little Free Libraries - Locally, http://www.miningjournal.net/page/content.detail/id/592011/Take-a-book--lea… Take a book, leave a book at the Little Free Library (Harvey, MI) Pros: - Positive addition to the community - Does not detract from library services - Popular when the brick-and-mortar library is closed - Many LFL users become patrons - Good advertising/marketing venue for brick-and-mortar library; positive press coverage - Cheaper than a bookmobile - Some libraries have LFL on their premises - Stock with extra donations or discarded materials Cons: - Kits are expensive - Homeowner association resistance - Time and maintenance required - Weathering - Hard to keep stocked with children’s books Who builds/maintains Little Free Libraries? - Libraries - Friends of the Library - Rotary - Boy Scouts - Private parties -- Jessica Holman Library Director Negaunee Public Library 319 West Case Street Negaunee, MI 49866 (906) 475-7700 ext. 18

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Caldecott and Newbery honor Books
by Andy Schuck 13 Feb '15

13 Feb '15

We sticker all of the Caldecott and Newbery award winners in our collection. I was curious how many libraries also sticker the Honor books from each year. We haven't done it but think it would be a good way to highlight these contributions to children's literature. Please reply to me off list and I will compile the results. Thank you, Andy Schuck Head, Youth Services William P. Faust Public Library of Westland 6123 Central City Parkway Westland, MI 48185 734-326-6123, ext. 2844 www.westlandlibrary.org<http://www.westlandlibrary.org>

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Thoughts on little free libraries?
by Jessica Holman 13 Feb '15

13 Feb '15

Good morning, My library's municipality is considering allowing a Little Free Library in a local park during good weather. The city council wants my library advisory board to weigh in on the matter. Do any of you have experiences with a Little Free Library in your area? Are these good things, just by getting more people to read? Or is there a noticeable drop in library circulation or book donations? Does your library get involved, by advertising its services at the Little Free Library? I appreciate all input on this. Thank you. -- Jessica Holman Library Director Negaunee Public Library 319 West Case Street Negaunee, MI 49866 (906) 475-7700 ext. 18

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