FYI for those libraries serving an immigrant community. IMLS and USCIS will be hosting a webinar on serving immigrants in libraries on Dec. 17th, including a review of common questions immigrants may ask on USCIS services. Karren Reish Library Grants Coordinator Library of Michigan 517-241-0021 reishk@michigan.gov<mailto:reishk@michigan.gov> Begin forwarded message: From: "IMLS News " <imlsnews@imls.gov<mailto:imlsnews@imls.gov>> Date: December 5, 2014 at 10:16:18 AM CST To view this message in a browser, please click here<http://www.idevmail.net/message.aspx?d=73&m=2417&e=reishk@michigan.gov&r=1412763>. [IMLS logo] FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 5, 2014 IMLS Press Contact 202-653-4799 Giuliana Bullard, gbullard@imls.gov<mailto:gbullard@imls.gov> IMLS-USCIS Webinar, December 17 Join Us for Customer Service Tools and Resources: An Overview for Libraries Washington, DC-The Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) and U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) will present a webinar on Wednesday, December 17 at 2 p.m. ET. Representatives from the USCIS Public Engagement Division and the Office of Citizenship will review the achievements of the USCIS and IMLS partnership in the past fiscal year. They will explore common inquiries immigrant library patrons may present, identify useful USCIS resources, and discuss ways in which libraries can engage with USCIS to become more active in immigrant outreach initiatives. With webinars and other outreach, the ongoing USCIS-IMLS partnership<http://www.idevmail.net/link.aspx?l=1&d=73&mid=363882&m=2417> aims to equip libraries with educational materials, training resources, and information regarding immigration and citizenship. To register for this session, please follow the steps below: * Visit the USCIS Public Engagement Division Subscription Service registration page<http://www.idevmail.net/link.aspx?l=2&d=73&mid=363882&m=2417> to confirm your participation; * Enter your email address and select "Submit"; * Select "Subscriber Preferences"; * Select the "Event Registration" tab; and * Provide your full name and organization, complete the questions,and select "Submit." All registrations must be received by Tuesday, December 16. Once your registration is processed, you will receive a confirmation email with additional details. To sign up for updates about upcoming webinars and additional immigration and citizenship resources, register your email address on the USCIS website<http://www.idevmail.net/link.aspx?l=3&d=73&mid=363882&m=2417>. If you have any questions about the registration process, or if you do not receive a confirmation email within two business days, please email Public.Engagement@uscis.dhs.gov<mailto:Public.Engagement@uscis.dhs.gov>. About the Institute of Museum and Library Services The Institute of Museum and Library Services is the primary source of federal support for the nation's 123,000 libraries<http://www.idevmail.net/link.aspx?l=4&d=73&mid=363882&m=2417> and 35,000 museums<http://www.idevmail.net/link.aspx?l=5&d=73&mid=363882&m=2417>. Our mission is to inspire libraries and museums to advance innovation, lifelong learning, and cultural and civic engagement. Our grant making, policy development, and research help libraries and museums deliver valuable services that make it possible for communities and individuals to thrive. To learn more, visit www.imls.gov<http://www.idevmail.net/link.aspx?l=6&d=73&mid=363882&m=2417> and follow us on Facebook<http://www.idevmail.net/link.aspx?l=7&d=73&mid=363882&m=2417> and Twitter<http://www.idevmail.net/link.aspx?l=8&d=73&mid=363882&m=2417>.