August 2017 - Michlib-l

Hiring Pages - How Do You Attract Applicants and Retain Them?
by BTPL Careers 31 Aug '17

31 Aug '17

Greetings, All-- We currently have two open Library Page positions. We are having difficulty attracting applicants (and have consistently), and an equally challenging time retaining them. What does your library do to find applicants for the Library Page position? Where do you post for this position? Do you have any methods to help retain them? Any insights would be appreciated. I have attached the job descriptions for both positions. Many thanks! Best Regards, LindenGodlove

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Instruction Librarian position, Central Michigan University
by Kathy Irwin 31 Aug '17

31 Aug '17

The Central Michigan University is seeking a creative and energetic librarian to join the CMU Libraries as an Instruction Librarian. This full-time, tenure-track position reports to the Director of Library Research & Instruction Services. Apply online at https://www.jobs.cmich.edu/postings/26659 The Instruction Librarian will be expected to lead the Libraries’ effort to craft and implement a comprehensive instructional strategy in line with the curricular and pedagogical needs of the university. The successful candidate will identify instructional best practices, incorporate student-centered learning outcomes in the Libraries’ instructional activities, and engage in assessment activities. Incorporation of information literacy standards and the ACRL Framework for Information Literacy for Higher Education will be a part of this position. This position is responsible for the administration and teaching of LIB 197, a one-credit library skills course, as well as introductory level courses in a variety of disciplines. Duties and Responsibilities: • Develop and implement a formalized plan and goals for library instruction to CMU departments and classes • Identify instructional best practices and share them with the teaching librarians; • Incorporate student-centered learning outcomes into all instruction • Help librarians move from face-to-face to online instruction through an understanding of online teaching best practices, theories of andragogy, etc. • Map information literacy concepts into relevant university courses • Engage with other librarians and campus faculty to develop discipline-appropriate instruction • Develop innovative tools and services for effective library instruction to face-to-face and online classes • Develop and implement methods to assess the effectiveness of library instruction • Take primary responsibility for the administration, scheduling, and teaching of the library’s LIB 197 course • Provide instruction sessions to ENG 101 and 201 and other general and introductory courses • Monitor trends and best practices in library instruction and incorporate them as applicable within the Libraries’ instructional efforts Additional responsibilities: • Serve on library and university committees as appropriate • Participate in library marketing, outreach, and publicity activities • Participate in and contribute to strategic planning to advance the library’s mission and vision • Meet university standards for tenure and promotion

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FW: Britannica Listserv Announcement: Those three little words...
by Biggs, Deb Renee (MDE) 30 Aug '17

30 Aug '17

Back to School with Britannica in MeL! D. R. Biggs, MA AMLS Library Consultant & Michigan eLibrary Coordinator Library of Michigan/Michigan Department of Education 702 W. Kalamazoo St. Lansing, MI 48915 Phone: 517-373-4466 http://mel.org<http://mel.org/> Like MeL on Facebook - http://facebook.com/mel.org Subject: Those three little words... BACK-TO-SCHOOL! It's that time of year again! Classrooms are set up, backpacks have been purchased, and educators are planning their first few weeks of school. At Britannica, we want to make research easy and effective. Here are a few things to help you get started: * Know your Britannica username and password for remote access. This provides educators, students, and parents access to Britannica information anytime, anywhere. Please e-mail salessupport(a)eb.com<mailto:salessupport@eb.com> to request your remote access information. * Educators: know your School Code. This gives you access to additional Britannica resources. Save, organize, and share content, create lesson plans, and browse through teacher-created lessons. E-mail salessupport(a)eb.com<mailto:salessupport@eb.com> for your School Code. Michigan's School Code is: mel5 * Find free graphic organizers, logos, search boxes, and so much more at https://britannicalearn.com/resources<https://britannicalearn.com/resources/#filter=.product-65>. * Michigan page for BritannicaSchool in MeL: https://britannicalearn.com/state-access/welcome-michigan-educators/ Find training and promotion materials, webinar opportunities and more. * In charge of PD this year? E-mail training(a)eb.com<mailto:training@eb.com>. We have a variety of delivery options, including online webinars and full day, half-day, and shorter targeted in-person sessions. Topics cover 21st Century Learning, Information Literacy, STEM, Graphic Organizers, and other key topics. * Follow BritannicaLearn on social media and use #BLearn to share your digital learning experiences with us today!

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Recommended Library Card Printers
by Lyons Library 30 Aug '17

30 Aug '17

Good Morning, Library Land, Our library is getting ready to order new library cards as we're pretty close to exhausting our current supply. Are there any printing companies you would recommend for this purpose? Thanks, Allie Ferguson Director, Lyons Township District Library

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FW: Info for MI libraries re: Youth Advisory
by Lancaster, Catherine (MDE) 30 Aug '17

30 Aug '17

[http://neutral-zone.org/wp/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/yds-logo.jpg.png] The Neutral Zone, headquartered in Ann Arbor is offering a unique youth leadership program for arts and cultural organizations in Michigan. Through a generous partnership with the New Leaders Council of the Michigan Council for the Arts and Cultural Affairs <http://www.michiganbusiness.org/community/council-arts-cultural-affairs/> (MCACA) four[http://neutral-zone.org/wp/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/NL-Logo-2015-300… arts or cultural organizations across Michigan will obtain support to increase teen engagement and voice in their programs and organizations. The objective will be achieved by helping organizations build or expand a youth advisory council and through adoption of other youth driven strategies. Through these practices organizations will increase engagement and leadership by teens and help them play new roles to plan projects, curate programs, promote events, recruit peers, fundraise, facilitate their own meetings, and advise on organizational decisions. Agencies who are interested in applying should: * Serve older youth (ages 13-19) * Be committed to supporting ways to increase youth voice and engagement in their programs and organization * May have or are interested in creating a youth council * Reside in Michigan * Can identity and organize a leadership team of youth (8-15) and adult advisors (2-4) who can participate in an overnight retreat on October 21-22, 2017 * Agencies participating in this initiative * Receive all training and coaching services at no cost, including the 2-day October residential institute * Travel costs to the October event will be the responsibility of participating organizations If you are interested, please view and complete the YDS arts overview and application 2017<http://neutral-zone.org/wp/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/YDS-arts-overview-and…> For additional questions, please contact John Weiss, Director of Strategic Initiatives, Neutral Zone (weiss(a)neutral-zone.org<mailto:weiss@neutral-zone.org>) -- John Weiss, Director of Strategic Initiatives Neutral Zone | Where Teens Lead, Create and Innovate [http://www.snoitulosten.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/twitter-small.jpg] <https://twitter.com/youthdriven> 310 E. Washington | Ann Arbor, MI 48104 | 734.214.9995 ext. 222 | www.neutral-zone.org<http://www.neutral-zone.org/>

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Deadline Tomorrow August 31: Apply for the MI Library Harwood Public Innovators Lab (Nov 7-9) and follow-up training
by David Votta 30 Aug '17

30 Aug '17

The Library of Michigan and MCLS are pleased to announce a continuation of their partnership with The Harwood Institute for Public Innovation<http://theharwoodinstitute.org/>. There will be a third opportunity for Michigan library staff to participate in the Institute training. This opportunity will include a full 2.5-day Public Innovators Lab, Nov 7-9, followed by 18 months of coaching. Learn more and apply mcls.org/harwood2017<https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fmcls.org%2Fharwood2017&h=ATNlfR…> The training will be led by coaches from the Harwood Institute for Public Innovation. It will be robust, extensive, and is being offered at no charge to selected Michigan libraries, with generous stipends provided through Library of Michigan LSTA funding. * Applications must be submitted by 5pm Eastern (4pm Central) August 31, 2017. * Notification to recipients will be on or before September 13, 2017. See our page<http://mcls.org/training-events/events/michigan-harwood-cohort-2017/> for how to apply and more information about this initiative: http://mcls.org/harwood2017 Questions should be sent to David Votta, MCLS Community Engagement Librarian, at vottad(a)mcls.org<mailto:vottad@mcls.org> or call David at 800-530-9019 ext. 122 This project is supported by the Library of Michigan with federal funds from the Institute of Museum and Library Services. [IMLS logo.png] David Votta Community Engagement Librarian Midwest Collaborative for Library Services (MCLS) Lansing, MI Phone: (800) 530-9019 ext 122 Phone: (517) 492-3822 Fax: (517) 492-3886 vottad(a)mcls.org<mailto:vottad@mcls.org> "For every complex problem there is an answer which is clear, simple, and wrong." -H.L. Mencken

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A Time When You Helped
by Maria Williams 29 Aug '17

29 Aug '17

Dear Librarians of Michigan- I am preparing a workshop for this year's MLA Conference about how public librarians can use information about safety net services to serve their patrons and I'd like to hear about a time when you helped. If you have ever: - Helped a patron in need by connecting them to a government or social service program in your community, OR - Helped a patron in need but learned later on that there was a great public or nonprofit resource that would have been just the ticket please consider telling me about it. What was the patron's need, how did you handle it, and what do you wish you would have known before you helped them? Thanks so much! Maria Maria Williams, MLIS Head of Adult Services Baldwin Public Library 300 West Merrill Street Birmingham, MI 48009 (248) 554-4651 http://www.baldwinlib.org

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Homelessness Awareness Week Resources Nov 11-19
by Mary Jo Vortkamp 29 Aug '17

29 Aug '17

Hi Michigan Team, There are some really good resources here if you'd like to host a program for Homelessness Awareness Week, November 11 – 19, 2017. There's a webinar and a very useful website https://hhweek.org/get-involved/ Get Involved – Hunger & Homelessness Awareness Week<https://hhweek.org/get-involved/> hhweek.org More than 700 community organizations, churches, high schools, college groups, and others will participate in Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week this year. Have a great week! Mary Jo Mary Jo Vortkamp B.A., M.L.I.S. Manager and Children's Librarian Franklin Branch of the Detroit Public Library 13651 E. McNichols Detrot, MI 48205 313-481-1741 Hours: M, W, S 10-6 T & Th 12-8 Upcoming Webinars and Events View this email in your browser<http://mailchi.mp/5ef300153187/uidkqb0nab-2743557?e=173de5e4be> [https://gallery.mailchimp.com/4da4b13681f7442ddf1e4e103/images/e8242d3e-1ee…] <http://mihomeless.us2.list-manage1.com/track/click?u=4da4b13681f7442ddf1e4e…> Join us for these upcoming webinars and events [https://gallery.mailchimp.com/4da4b13681f7442ddf1e4e103/images/1c8f688b-751…] WEBINAR: Homeless Awareness Week 2017 - Best Practices September 6, 2017 12:00 - 1:00 pm Join us to hear from our panel of presenters from communities across the state. They will discuss how to organize a sleep-out, a Project Homeless Connect, and a series of community art projects as part of their Homeless Awareness Week activities. REGISTER<http://mihomeless.us2.list-manage1.com/track/click?u=4da4b13681f7442ddf1e4e…> [https://gallery.mailchimp.com/4da4b13681f7442ddf1e4e103/images/c1bce1fd-895…] Annual Summit on Ending Homelessness October 9-10, 2017 Grand Traverse Resort Network with partners from around the state and learn from the experts in how we're ending homelessness in Michigan. R<http://mihomeless.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=4da4b13681f7442ddf1e4e1…>EGISTER<http://mihomeless.us2.list-manage1.com/track/click?u=4da4b13681f7442ddf1e4e…> [https://gallery.mailchimp.com/4da4b13681f7442ddf1e4e103/images/e95987cb-417…] <http://mihomeless.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=4da4b13681f7442ddf1e4e1…> Now Hiring: Outreach Specialist/Volunteer Coordinator AmeriCorps Member The Michigan Coalition Against Homelessness is seeking a candidate to fill a half-time position in our Lansing office to assist in Michigan's Campaign to End Homelessness by helping provide services that will increase other indivuduals' self-sufficiency in the area of income and life skills. More information is available at our website<http://mihomeless.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=4da4b13681f7442ddf1e4e1…> or you can download the job description here<http://mihomeless.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=4da4b13681f7442ddf1e4e1…>. 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Michigan's State History Conference is less than one month away. Sign up today.
by HSM Main 29 Aug '17

29 Aug '17

Before you know it, it will be time for the 143rd Annual Meeting and State History Conference! Sign up today to reserve your spot! Registration Deadlines: Standard Registration ends September 10 Late Registration begins September 11 Please Note: Tour 1: Dutch-American Guided Tour is SOLD OUT. Please call our office at (800) 692-1828 to be placed on the waiting list. Tour 3: "Big Red" Lighthouse WILL include a tour inside the lighthouse, a rarely offered opportunity. <http://www.hsmichigan.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/State-History-Conferen ce-flyer.pdf> Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, September 22-24, 2017 . Holland, Michigan <http://www.hsmichigan.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/State-History-Conferen ce-flyer.pdf> Download the conference brochure for more information and session descriptions. <http://www.hsmichigan.org/conferences/annual-state-history-conference/onlin e-registration/> Go to online registration. This year's State History Conference offers. . Four keynotes. o Fatal Crossing: The Disappearance of Flight 2501 o Jazz 'Em Up Michigan o Flexing West Michigan's Wartime Muscle: The Other Half of Democracy's Arsenal o Welkom to West Michigan . 12 breakout sessions, 4 workshops, and 4 tours . President's Reception, State History Awards Banquet, and Closing Banquet . Exhibitors/vendors for attendees to visit . Networking opportunities The 143rd Annual Meeting and State History Conference will be held in Holland, September 22-24, 2017. The main sessions of the conference will take place at the Haworth Inn & Conference Center . Hope College, and other events will be held at exciting venues throughout the city, including the Holland Museum. This conference celebrates all aspects of Michigan's history and offers a close-up look at the heritage of the host area. The State History Awards will also be presented during the conference. _____ _____ The Historical Society of Michigan is our state's oldest cultural organization, founded in 1828 by territorial governor Lewis Cass and explorer Henry Schoolcraft. A nongovernmental nonprofit, the Society focuses on publications, conferences, education, awards and recognition programming, and support for local history organizations to preserve and promote Michigan's rich history. _____ For more information on the Historical Society of Michigan, please visit <http://www.hsmichigan.org/> www.hsmichigan.org or e-mail us at <mailto:hsm@hsmichigan.org> hsm(a)hsmichigan.org. _____ The Historical Society of Michigan 5815 Executive Dr. . Lansing, MI 48911 Phone: (517) 324-1828 . FAX: (517) 324-4370 <http://www.hsmichigan.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/State-History-Conferen ce-flyer.pdf> Download the conference brochure for more information and session descriptions. <http://www.hsmichigan.org/conferences/annual-state-history-conference/onlin e-registration/> Go to online registration. Come to hear these great sessions and more! Grist for the Mill: The DeZwaan Windmill 1967: The Grand Rapids Uprising Tiptoeing Through the Tulips Finding Home: The Settlement of Chief Waukazoo's Band 150 Years of History and Hope Saugatuck: Creating the Art Coast of Michigan A Dark Journey: Native-American Removal Crafting an Industry: Holland's Boat Builders Muskegon's Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy Millennial Visions and Earthly Pursuits: The Israelite House of David Sizzle and Scandal: The Holland Furnace Company This e-mail is sent to our members and friends to keep you updated on historical activities and opportunities to learn more about our state's history. To opt-out, please respond to this e-mail with "remove" in the subject line.

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Reimbursement Policies
by Devin Erlandson 29 Aug '17

29 Aug '17

Good afternoon, I am wondering what other libraries do for staff and/or board member reimbursement? Does anyone have a policy they would be willing to share? What is your general procedure? Thanks so much! -- Devin Erlandson, MLIS Assistant Director Allegan District Library 269-673-4625 alleganlibrary.org

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