Contagious: Why Things Catch On by Jonah Berger has been selected as the title for “Libraries Read: 1 Book”. Why do people talk about certain products and ideas more than others? Why are some stories and rumors more infectious? What makes things popular? And what makes online content go viral? These are some of the …Read more »

For MCLS members who are interested in learning more about Linked Data and the new BIBFRAME environment, Zepheira is offering a discounted online training curriculum commencing June 17th through July 29th, 2015. The Practical Practitioner Linked Data and BIBFRAME Essentials is a self-paced online course; each participant should expect to commit ~10-12 hours of effort. …Read more »

Save the date! In July, MCLS and the Library of Michigan will be coming to a location near you to share information about recent developments/projects in Michigan’s library community, including a half-day session devoted to all things MeLCat and RIDES. Choose from seven opportunities to participate in  one of these regional meetings and MeLCat Symposiums. …Read more »

Recent Mover & Shaker recipient Sharona Ginsberg took the time to answer some questions about where she sees librarianship headed. As a recognized leader and innovator in our profession you obviously spend time thinking about how we can all better succeed serving our communities. Can you please tell us a little bit of where you …Read more »

MCLS invites library staff of all types in Indiana and Michigan to participate in an exciting upcoming professional development opportunity! We will join together both physically and virtually to read and discuss the same book. With your help, we will select a book that is relevant to our profession, provides thought-provoking ideas for discussion, and …Read more »

This immersive 2 1/2 day conference offers librarians an opportunity to learn about current research advancements in science. Three faculty-led sessions on genomics, Great Lakes aquatic ecosystems, and medical chemistry will provide overviews of emerging trends and research methodologies and in-depth descriptions of particular research projects. In addition to these education sessions, the Boot Camp …Read more »

The University Libraries at Grand Valley State University, in cooperation with MCLS, are excited to host Re-think it: Libraries for a New Age.  The conference will be held at Grand Valley State University and the new Mary Idema Pew Library Learning and Information Commons from August 10-12, 2015. Re-think it: Libraries for a New Age …Read more »

Time is running out to register for this unique opportunity to learn how to establish relationships with your local media from the best in the business. The deadline to register is Tuesday, March 3. Library staff of all types need the skills to deliver a clear, consistent message to educate their constituents on the value …Read more »

MCLS is delighted to announce that Nancy Kirkpatrick, former Director of the Mother Theresa Hackelmeier Memorial Library at Marian University, is our newest team member. She began on February 19 as the Member Services Assistant Manager. With experience as an attorney, in academic libraries, and on regional library boards and committees, Nancy brings a wealth …Read more »

Join the Michigan COLD libraries (Council of Library Directors) Public Service group for a workshop on new approaches to recruiting, training, and evaluating library student employees. Kristin Meyer (User Experience Manager), Jen Torreano (Evening Operations and User Services Manager) and Brian Merry (Head of Operations and User Services) from Grand Valley State University will lead …Read more »