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Position: Western Michigan University Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine
by Elizabeth Lorbeer 21 Mar '19

21 Mar '19

Senior Informationist/Medical Library Team Leader The Western Michigan University Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine Library has a terrific opportunity open for a Senior Informationist position. As a newer medical school and, consequently, an all-digital medical library, we are part of many innovative research projects, co-author scholarship, and instructors in the medical education, informatics, and biomedical sciences programs. The library's operation is small, yet mighty, and we have daily access to senior leadership, faculty, residents and staff, and a front-row view of how a medical school works. We are co-instructors for the evidence-based longitudinal medicine track and teach in all four years of the medical education program. Our medical student approval rating on the Independent Student Survey is 100%, and we're known for being the most helpful and nicest employees in the medical school. We are leaders, educators, advocates, and researchers in our school and community. We are a team of informationists that support each other's dreams, ideas, experiments, and professional successes. We believe in each other, and our department offers a nurturing environment where anything is possible if you can build it. Review of applications begins immediately. If you'd like to discuss the position in-person, I will be attending the ACRL 2019 meeting in Cleveland. Overview Western Michigan University Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine is seeking a Senior Informationist/Medical Librarian Team Leader. The team leader is responsible for managing the day-to-day operation of the digital library and to provide library services to support teaching and learning, research productivity and patient care. Coordinates and administers the formal educational efforts of the library, including developing instructional materials, research guides, web tutorial and support services to guide WMed stakeholders through the world's recorded knowledge. Provides instruction and consultation in bibliographic research methods, health literacy and ethical scholarship including avoidance of plagiarism and respect for copyright. The team leader will represent the library in the Chair's absence. Responsibilities * Support and assist Chair in managing the day-to-day operations of the digital library. Provide general supervision and support to library staff and community faculty librarians to ensure departmental goals and objectives are attained. * Co-teaches orientation sessions, course-integrated instruction, electives, and workshops in undergraduate and graduate medical education. * Instructs on effective searching and evaluation of results for biomedical databases, evidence-based clinical resources, and point-of-care tools. * Provides consultation on how to use and retrieve literature and effectively manage citations with bibliographic management tools. * Delivers library instruction using technology tools including course management system, mobile and tablet devices, screen casting and web conferencing. * Responsible for outreach and marketing activities to promote awareness of the Library's resources and services. * Participates in the development, implementation, and evaluation of services, policies and procedures. * Evaluates information resources and integrates new technologies in delivery of health information services. * Supplies, organizes, and manages content on the Library's web page and medical school media channels. * Participates on medical school committees to support teaching, research, and clinical care activities. * Ability to work occasional rotations for evening and weekend hours as scheduled. * Availability to work occasional overtime on weekends or evenings to complete time sensitive projects. * Acquires knowledge for new technology and policy/procedure revisions. * All other duties as assigned. Qualifications * Master's degree required, preferably from a library or information sciences program accredited by the American Library Association. * A bachelor's degree in the life or health sciences preferred. * Five (5) years of professional-level academic and/or health sciences experience with a strong service orientation. * Supervisory experience preferred. * Familiarity with medical vocabulary preferred. * Academy of Health Information Professionals credential preferred. * Ability to deliver expert literature search services for systematic reviews and other research projects. * Strong administrative, communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills that encourage teamwork. * Experience in the area of foundational evidence-based practice ethology and skills. About Western Michigan University Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine As one of the newer US medical schools, WMed is an exciting environment to pursue an academic career. The medical school is a collaboration of Western Michigan University and Kalamazoo's two teaching hospitals, Ascension Borgess Health and Bronson Healthcare. The medical school is a private 501(c)(3) nonprofit corporation supported by private gifts, clinical revenues, research activities, tuition, and endowment income. WMed is fully accredited by the Liaison Committee on Medical Education (LCME) and also by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC). The inaugural medical student class graduated in 2018 after completing an innovative, patient-centered four-year curriculum that prepares them to be exceptional clinicians, leaders, educators, advocates, and researchers of tomorrow. There are more than 200 residents and fellows in ten residencies and three fellowships accredited by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME). WMed has Joint Accreditation for interprofessional continuing education, which incorporates accreditation by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME). The School of Medicine Clinics are housed in a modern 60,000 square foot clinical building on the Oakland Drive Campus and are accredited by The Joint Commission with recognition by the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) as a Patient-Centered Medical Home. The 350,000 square foot educational building on the W.E. Upjohn M.D. Campus located in downtown Kalamazoo underwent a $78 million renovation and expansion project including two laboratory research floors and a state-of-the-art Simulation Center that is accredited by the Society for Simulation in Healthcare. The Innovation Center on the Parkview Campus is a life science, technology, and engineering incubator serving the earliest startups to maturing companies with laboratory, office and conference space, access to core scientific equipment and expertise, and a wide range of support services. Kalamazoo is a wonderful and vibrant city, located midway between Chicago and Detroit. It is a short distance from Lake Michigan, and home to two nationally ranked institutions of higher learning, Western Michigan University and Kalamazoo College. Kalamazoo is known for its community focus and emphasis on access to quality education at all levels. The Kalamazoo Promise is a nationally renowned program in which graduates of Kalamazoo Public Schools receive free tuition to attend public and private colleges in Michigan. Kalamazoo and Michigan provide extensive entertainment and recreational activities, including opportunities to enjoy the outdoors, unique restaurants and shops, and a strong culture supporting the arts. Western Michigan University Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer of females, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans, and actively strives to increase diversity within its community. We provide a drug- and tobacco-free workplace. EEO Minorities/Women/Disabled/Protected Veterans. Apply here: https://careers-wmich.icims.com/jobs/1373/senior-informationist-medical-lib… Posted by: Elizabeth Lorbeer, EdM, MLS, Chair and Associate Professor, Department of the Medical Library EMAIL: Elizabeth.Lorbeer(a)med.wmich.edu<mailto:Elizabeth.Lorbeer@med.wmich.edu> ________________________________ This electronic message is intended for the named recipient(s) only, and may contain information that is confidential or privileged. If you are not the named recipient, you are hereby notified that any disclosure, copying, distribution, or use of the contents of this message is strictly prohibited. If you have received this message in error, or are not the named recipient, please notify us immediately by contacting the sender at the electronic mail address noted above, and delete and destroy all copies of this message. Thank you.

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Hanging file folders
by Chase, Kristine 21 Mar '19

21 Mar '19

Hello, We have 16 boxes of hanging file folders available, if anyone is interested. They are 15 1/2 x 15. Let me know if someone is interested in claiming these. Kristy Chase Librarian I Livonia Public Library <http://www.ci.livonia.mi.us/>[cid:livoniapubliclibrarywithtext_f2beec2e-7304-4c6f-9101-674c78418ead.jpg] Kristine Chase Librarian I Livonia Public Library (734) 466-2156 kchase(a)livoniapubliclibrary.org www.livoniapubliclibrary.org<http://www.livoniapubliclibrary.org> <https://www.facebook.com/LivoniaCommunity/> <http://youtube.com/> <https://twitter.com/milivonia> This message is intended only for the use of the individual or entity to which it is addressed, and may contain information that is privileged, confidential, and/or exempt from disclosure under applicable laws. If the reader of the message is not the intended recipient, or the employee or agent responsible for delivering the message to the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any dissemination, distribution or copying of this communication is strictly prohibited. If you have received this communication in error, please notify us immediately by telephone and/or reply to this e-mail message. Thank you.

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LSTA Improving Access to Information Grant program - deadline is May 31, 2019
by Reish, Karren (MDE) 21 Mar '19

21 Mar '19

Just a reminder about our new grant program. Please sign up for an application webinar or contact me for more information. We look forward to talking with you! >>> The Library of Michigan is pleased to announce a NEW grant program for public and academic libraries! This LSTA grant program is designed to provide public and academic libraries with the opportunity to expand services for learning and access to information and/or to develop library services that provide all users access to information. The intent is to fund one-year projects that increase capacity to provide access to library collections and information. In a given fiscal year, the Library of Michigan will fund a limited number of grants that meet these priorities: Increase a library's capacity to offer services & information in areas of literacy. Increase a library's capacity to offer services & information in areas of local history or special collections. Increase a library's capacity to improve access to information for community users with limited access. Applicants may propose a project for any of the three priorities listed above. For example, grants may be awarded to: Develop or increase the scope of literacy projects in the broad sense, such as early literacy, financial literacy, digital literacy, ESL, etc.; Develop or improve access to local history or special collections; Improve access to online information and services for users with limited access. The grant period is one year (Oct.-Sept.) and funding is for $5,000 to $25,000 per year. Application are due Thursday, May 31, 2019, 5:00 PM EST and awarded grants will run from Oct. 1, 2019 through September 30, 2020. Register for an application webinar at www.michigan.gov/ceevents<https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.michig…>. * March 26, 2019 - 2:00 PM * April 11, 2019 - 10:00 AM Please contact Karren Reish at 517-241-0021 or reishk(a)michigan.gov<mailto:reishk@michigan.gov> with questions on the program. You can find an overview, application packet and all related documents at www.michigan.gov/lsta<https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.michiga…> in the Improving Access to Information grant section. The application is by online form, which will be posted soon. Karren Reish Library Grants Coordinator Library of Michigan reishk(a)michigan.gov<mailto:reishk@michigan.gov> 517-241-0021 www.michigan.gov/lsta<https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.michiga…> www.michigan.gov/sl21<https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.michiga…> Nourishing Michigan's Future...during school and during the summer! Find a Summer Food Service Program site nearest you and encourage Michigan's children to Meet Up and Eat Up! www.michigan.gov/meetupeatup<https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.michiga…> [cid:image002.png@01D2CD53.CCC38130]

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Steam PC Café Program
by Sean Marshall 21 Mar '19

21 Mar '19

Hi everyone! DPL is interested in the Steam PC Café Program(a digital video game distribution platform), but in our conversation with Valve (the parent of Steam) we still don’t know if any library has this offering for clients. We are asking if your library was ever interested in this program and if you offer it what has your experience been so far. Your help would be greatly appreciated. Best regards, ____________________ Sean Marshall Librarian 2 Technology, Literacy & Career Center Detroit Public Library telephone #: (313) 481-1363 email: smarshall(a)detroitpubliclibrary.org<mailto:smarshall@detroitpubliclibrary.org> [DPL Logo]<http://www.detroitpubliclibrary.org> Detroit Public Library Disclaimer This message contains confidential information and is intended only for the individual(s) addressed in the message. If you are not the named addressee, you should not disseminate, distribute, or copy this e-mail. If you are not the intended recipient, you are notified that disclosing, distributing, or copying this e-mail is strictly prohibited.

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Job Opening: Reference and Instruction Librarian
by John Szilagyi 21 Mar '19

21 Mar '19

The Lansing Community College Library is seeking a part-time reference and instruction librarian to join our team. Individuals who are collaborative, student centered and possess excellent customer service skills are encouraged to apply. Reference and Instruction Librarians assist students and employees with their academic research and general information needs, provide in-person and virtual reference assistance, teach information literacy skills utilizing a variety of instructional delivery modes and technologies, serve as library liaison to academic departments, participate in collection development activities, and develop web content, tutorials and library research guides. Required: * Master's degree in Library Information Science (MLS) from an ALA accredited program or within 6 months of completion. * Experience providing reference service / research help as assigned job duties * Library instruction or teaching experience * Strong knowledge of print and electronic information resources * Ability to work with people of diverse backgrounds Preferred: * Academic library experience * Background in medical and / or science * Familiarity with web content development, mobile and web technologies * Excellent communication, problem solving and teamwork skills * Ability to work both independently and collaboratively * Demonstrated initiative, flexibility and self-direction This is a 28 hour per week position. To apply and for more information, please visit: https://lcc.csod.com/ats/careersite/JobDetails.aspx?site=2&id=676 John Szilagyi, MLIS Interim Library Director Lansing Community College 517-483-1650

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Michigan Koha Users Day
by Jill Sodt 21 Mar '19

21 Mar '19

Hello everyone! Do you use Koha for your ILS? If so, you are invited to a Michigan Koha Users Day on Friday, August 16 at Mott Community College. More details will be coming soon. Also, if you are interested in being on the planning committee for this event, please contact me directly. Hope to see you in August! Jill Sodt Director of Library Services Mott Library <https://www.mcc.edu/library/lib_index.shtml> Mott Community College 1401 East Court St, Flint, MI 48503 810-762-0415 jill.sodt(a)mcc.edu she/her/hers www.facebook.com/MottLibrary <https://www.facebook.com/MottLibrary/?ref=bookmarks>

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Re: [Michlib-l] dVD
by Amber Hughey 21 Mar '19

21 Mar '19

I'm with Cindy. To me, it's wrong to charge for DVD rentals. They're often cheaper than books at this point, and they're bought for with millage money. Ours check out for 7 days, then $1 per day afterwards. I'm hoping to go fine free in the future, though. Amber L Hughey, MLIS Director Bridgeport Public Library 989-777-6030 ---------------------------------------- From: "Stanczak, Cindy via Michlib-l" <michlib-l(a)mcls.org> Sent: 3/21/19 10:46 AM To: Howe Memorial <brecklib128(a)gmail.com> Cc: "michlib-l(a)lists.mcls.org" <Michlib-l(a)mail2.mcls.org> Subject: Re: [Michlib-l] dVD No charge. We buy them with millage money. Cynthia Stanczak Library Director Albion District Library501 S. Superior St. Albion, MI 49224 (517) 629-3993 Albion District Library: Transforming Minds, Changing Lives. Proudly serving our community since 1919. Online at www.albionlibrary.org, or find us on Facebook! On Wed, Mar 20, 2019 at 4:52 PM Howe Memorial via Michlib-l <michlib-l(a)mcls.org> wrote: Hello all, Just wondering if you charge for DVD rental? If you do how much? Thanks Sandy JohnsonHowe Memorial Library 128 E. Saginaw St. Breckenridge, Mi. 48615 989-842-3202 _______________________________________________ Michlib-l mailing list Michlib-l(a)mcls.org http://mail2.mcls.org/mailman/listinfo/michlib-l

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MeL Minute: Fine Tuning Your Biography Search
by Norris, Sonya (MDE) 21 Mar '19

21 Mar '19

Greetings Everyone, [A close up of text on a white background Description automatically generated]While the obvious place to search for great biographies in MeL's eResources may seem to be Biography Reference Center, we've found that Explora, History Refence Center, and Literary Reference Center are options rich in content as well. Biography Reference Center provides thousands of reliable full-text biographies, including the complete full text run of Biography Today and Biography, plus narrative and historical biographies not available in other databases. In addition to keyword search, users can locate biographies by subject, occupation, nationality, activity, gender, lifespan and more. Explora is the best option for biographies of present-day individuals, such as celebrities. The search results include video clips, primary source documents, reviews, conference materials, reports, encyclopedias (including Funk & Wagnall's New World Encyclopedia 2018), trade publications and eBooks. Additionally, there are hundreds of newspaper, academic journal, and magazine articles to consider. History Reference Center provides biographies of historical figures, documents, photos, maps, film, and video from leading history journals. Literary Reference Center includes biographies of literary figures, plot summaries, literary criticism, book reviews, reference books, magazine articles and author interviews. When researching biographies, take into consideration the occupation and time period of the person you're investigating. Is he an historical figure or a 2019 pop star? Is she an author or an actor? The best eResources for historical biographies are Biography Reference Center and History Reference Center. Explora is a great eResource to use when learning about pop stars, actors or any present-day politician or mover and shaker. Literary Reference Center not only offers biographies about authors and poets, but it also gives users access to items such as author interviews and book reviews. All these details inform which eResources to use to get the most out of your search. If your library provides the advanced search option, think about utilizing it to fine-tune your results. For example, if you are searching for biographical information on Ron Howard, add actor or director in the second or third search box. When you do this, only the information relevant to his work as an actor or director shows up in your results. Learning about each eResource and choosing the one (or two or three...) best equipped to help you with your research (or satisfy your curiosity) may seem daunting at first. Take heart! Ann Kaskinen (K12) and Theresa Runyan (Public), MeL's Engagement Specialists, are here to help. When you need assistance or additional training, just reach out: mcls.org/melrequest<http://mcls.org/melrequest>. Brought to you Engagement Specialists Ann Kaskinen and Theresa Runyan of the MeL Team. Supporting Michigan Libraries by Putting You First. Want more information on MeL? Stay tuned for the next MeL Minute available on many Michigan library listservs, visit http://mel.org<http://mel.org/>, or sign up for the MeL Minute and other Library of Michigan e-mail lists via GovDelivery<https://public.govdelivery.com/accounts/MILOM/subscriber/new>. We encourage you to share MeL Minutes with your colleagues and networks. MeL eResources are available to Michigan residents or for Michigan library or school access only. #IMLSGrant Sonya Schryer Norris Library Consultant Library of Michigan Michigan Department of Education 517-335-1498 Norriss2(a)michigan.gov<mailto:Norriss2@michigan.gov> https://michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan https://mel.org http://michlibrary.org<http://michlibrary.org/>

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Don't miss your chance for these upcoming RIDES & Technology courses from MCLS
by Gwen Haviland 21 Mar '19

21 Mar '19

Registration closing soon for these MCLS & MeL webinars! RIDES Policies & Procedures<https://store.mcls.org/index.php/rides-policies-and-procedures-300.html> 1 day class, March 26, 2:00pm - 3:00pm Eastern (1:00pm - 2:00pm Central) For RIDES/MeLCat library staff! Accessible Electronic Documents<https://store.mcls.org/index.php/accessible-electronic-documents-331.html> 1 day class, March 27, 10:00am - 12:00pm Eastern (9:00am - 11:00am Central) 2 T-LEUs for IN staff! ******************************** MCLS Training Department Midwest Collaborative for Library Services (MCLS) 1407 Rensen St, Suite 1, Lansing, MI 48910 (800) 530-9019 ext 404 training(a)mcls.org<mailto:training@mcls.org>

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Rally of Writers -- April 6th -- LCC
by Lise Mitchell 21 Mar '19

21 Mar '19

Please post for your patrons and for your own interest. *A Rally of Writers * Saturday, April 6, 2019 9:00–4:00 Conference Center, LCC West Campus 4708 Cornerstone, Lansing, MI A Rally of Writers announces William Langford as keynoter for the 32nd annual writers’ conference to be held on April 6, 2019. “Will the Poet” is an award-winning performance artist, a Fulbright scholar, and a doctoral candidate at MSU, who will open the conference with “And Each One A Griot.” Also featured are 13 breakout sessions full of memoir and mystery, magic and self-editing, writing your life in essay and poetry, finding truth for YA angst and children and long-ago stories. Presenters, published Michigan writers or professionals, include Will Langford, Mardi Link, Lev Raphael, Dennis Hinrichsen, Landis Lain, Jan Shoemaker, Ruth McNally Barshaw, Dedria Humphries Barker, John Smolens, and Sarah Zettel. An editors’ panel with Louise Ahern, Nancy Feldbush, and Ken Zahrt will end the day. Book sales. Book signings. Pretty good cookies. Cost: $90 ($50 students) in advance. ($105/$60, at the door) Lunch $15. More information: *arallyofwriters.com <http://arallyofwriters.com>* or 517-899-3281. Funded in part by the MSU Press, the U-M Press, Lansing Community College, and the Michigan Humanities Council, an affiliate of the National Endowment for the Humanities. *Linda Peckham * *peckhammorris(a)yahoo.com <peckhammorris(a)yahoo.com>* *arallyofwriters.com <http://arallyofwriters.com>* 517.899.3281 -- Lise Mitchell, Director Grand Ledge Area District Library 131 E. Jefferson Street Grand Ledge, MI 48837 gladldirector(a)gmail.com 517-622-3550 direct 517-627-7014 Library 517-627-6276 fax

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