The Indiana State Library (ISL) and the Library of Michigan (LM) provide critical funding from federal and state sources that power infrastructure supporting the work of hundreds of libraries. The Indiana Library Federation (ILF), the Michigan Library Association (MLA), and others have been advocating for support for ISL and LM. Both states’ legislatures have made …Read more »
Oxford Journals has published high quality content representing the forefront of academic research for over a century. With content ranging from 1791 to 1995, the Oxford Journals Archive enables users to quickly locate previously hard-to-find material and explore changes in opinion that form the foundation of current research. The 2025 Oxford Journals Archive comprises 272 …Read more »
The IOP ebooks™ collection combines innovative digital publishing with leading authors from across the physical sciences. IOP’s mission is to provide a compelling platform for authors’ work, to make their voices heard, and to advance knowledge and learning. As a society publisher, it both provides high-quality, personal service to authors and delivers impact and visibility …Read more »
The next date in MCLS’s popular Virtual Dialogue series is Thursday, July 17, from 10:30 a.m. to noon Eastern (9:30-11 a.m. Central). Our 2025 Virtual Dialogues are designed to provide opportunities for those in the library industry to connect and engage around various topics related to the future of libraries. This month we’ll discuss the …Read more »
We are pleased to announce that the Indiana Library Federation (ILF) has selected Midwest Collaborative for Library Services (MCLS) to facilitate their upcoming strategic planning process. In addition, Indianapolis Public Library (IN) has invited MCLS to provide a staff day training for their Talent & Development Department this fall. We are excited to …Read more »
Get ready for the 2025 MI OER Conference: Limitless Learning, Infinite Impact at Washtenaw Community College in Ann Arbor on Friday, Nov. 7, 2025. Registration opens July 15! MCLS is pleased to partner with libraries and library organizations throughout Indiana and Michigan. One of these groups is the Michigan OER Network, a collaborative team representing …Read more »
In 2024, MeLCat began a project modernizing the INN-Reach software running MeLCat, as well as the DCB software, introducing a new, web-based client. The project kicked off with the central server update last July. In early 2025, we began modernizing the DCB servers, one at a time, and in late spring, we completed the final …Read more »
Oxford Journals Archive perpetual access offer to members of the Midwest Collaborative for Library Services (MCLS). Discounts are good through December 31, 2025. Option One: New Purchase of the 2025 Complete Journals Archive or 2025 Archive Subject Collection MCLS members may purchase the complete 2025 Oxford Journals Archive with FTE-based discounts of up to 80% …Read more »
On May 27, MCLS welcomed James Orme as the new Financial Controller/Business Manager. James is a triple threat for this position as he has extensive management experience in libraries, finance, and HR. Staff is excited to have him on the management team, where he will oversee MCLS’s accounting, administrative, and business operations. To help introduce …Read more »
Stories in the Cloud offers alternate ways to engage users through stories and other enjoyable content. With affordable rates and no setup fees, Stories in the Cloud makes it easy for your library to offer a custom, private label Dial-A-Story service. Telecurve, the creator of Dial-A-Story, is offering a special subscription discount to MCLS members …Read more »
