December 2017 601 C&RL News Board of Directors Board of Directors Meeting I: Saturday, Feb- ruary 10, 1:30-5:30 p.m.* Board of Directors Meeting II: Monday, Feb- ruary 12, 1:30-4:30 p.m. *Guests are invited to address the Board during the open mic period from 5:00–5:30 p.m. Those who wish to speak should arrive by 5 p.m. Workshops Applying Descriptive Cataloging of Rare Materials (Manuscripts): Monday, Febru- ary 12, 11:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m. Topic: In the Ap- plying Descriptive Cataloging of Rare Materi- als (Manuscripts) workshop, presenters will provide an introduction to DCRM(MSS). The workshop will include a brief introduction to the manual’s guiding principles, discussion of how manuscript cataloging differs from the cataloging of published materials, an introduc- tion to the treatment of major elements of the catalog record in DCRM(MSS), and hands-on practice in applying DCRM(MSS), using pro- vided examples. This workshop will take place at the Denver Public Library. Complete details and registration materials are online at www. ala.org/acrl/conferences/descriptivecatalog- ing. Questions should be directed to Margot Conahan at mconahan@ala.org. Mile High RoadShow: Engaging with the ACRL Framework: Friday, February 9, 8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. Topic: The ACRL Framework for Information Literacy for Higher Education has prompted many librarians to consider their teaching practices from fresh angles, as they explore their evolving instructional roles within and beyond the library classroom. This workshop supports librarians in engaging more deeply with the Framework and exploring ways that it may help to enrich their individual teaching practices, as well as their local instruc- tion programs and institutions. Participants will explore concepts and pedagogical approaches outlined in the Framework and their signifi- cance to their own instructional work, and will apply their learning and reflection to creating instruction plans for their local contexts and considering possibilities for growing teaching partnerships. Complete details and registration materials are online at www.ala.org/acrl/confer- ences/frameworkworkshop. Questions should be directed to Chase Ollis at collis@ala.org. Forums Student Learning and Information Liter- acy Committee Forum: Saturday, February 10, 2018, from 10:30 a.m.–11:30 a.m. ACRL/SPARC Forum: Saturday, February 10, 3:00-4:00 p.m. Through its standing Research and Scholarly Environment Committee, ACRL sponsors a regular forum at both the ALA Mid- winter Meeting and ALA Annual Conference to broaden the base of librarians who are knowl- edgeable about and engaged in scholarly com- munication issues. The highly popular forum series is cosponsored by the Scholarly Publish- ing and Academic Resources Coalition. The topic and speakers are chosen 60 to 90 days before the conference and based on issues that are most relevant at that time. ACRL Midwinter meetings in Denver A brief overview conference circuit http://www.ala.org/acrl/conferences/descriptivecataloging http://www.ala.org/acrl/conferences/descriptivecataloging http://www.ala.org/acrl/conferences/descriptivecataloging mailto:mconahan%40ala.org?subject= http://www.ala.org/acrl/conferences/frameworkworkshop http://www.ala.org/acrl/conferences/frameworkworkshop mailto:collis%40ala.org?subject= C&RL News December 2017 602 Update on ACRL’s Value of Academic Librar- ies Initiative: Sunday, February 11, 1:00–2:30 p.m. Learn about ACRL’s recent report “Academic Library Impact: Improving Practice and Essential Areas to Research.” Developed for ACRL by OCLC Research, this valuable resource investigates how libraries can increase student learning and suc- cess and effectively communicate their value to higher education stakeholders. Join members of ACRL’s Value of Academic Libraries Committee to hear about the context for this action-oriented research agenda and plans for future directions, including new programs for travel scholarships and research mini-grants. This forum will allow community members to ask questions and give reactions to the report. ACRL special events at 2018 ALA Midwinter Meeting Friday, February 9 Anthropology and Sociology Section. Social, 7:30 p.m. Contact: Susan Silver, ssilver@usf.edu Saturday, February 10 University Libraries Section. Social, 5:30–7:00 p.m. Contact: Joshua Seymour, seymourjosh8@gmail.com Digital Scholarship Section. Social, 6:00–8:00 p.m. Location: Euclid Hall Bar & Kitchen, 1317 Fourteenth Street, Den- ver. Contact: Chelcie Juliet Rowell, chel- cie.rowell@bc.edu Sunday, February 11 Science and Technology Section. Din- ner at Tamayo, 1400 Larimer Street, Denver, 6:00–8:00 p.m. Pre-registration required. Contact: Rachel Hamelers, rhamelers@ muhlenberg.edu or Sara Gonzalez, sara- gonz@ufl.edu ACRL Discussion Groups Assessment: Saturday, February 10, 3:00–4:00 p.m. Topic: Strategic Library Re-organization: How Do We Know if it’s Working? Balancing Baby and Book: Sunday, February 11, 4:30–5:30 p.m. Topic: The Balancing Baby and Book Discus- sion Group is a fun and informal group that includes all types of librarians—moms, dads, new parents, potential parents, and anyone else interested in how parenting and librarianship can be successfully intertwined. HR issues, daycare, tenure, and a variety of other topics can be dis- cussed. Everyone is welcome! Copyright: Saturday, February 10, 10:30–11:30 a.m. Topic: Reviewing and discussing legislative, judicial, and regulatory developments related to copyright and libraries in higher education. First Year Experience: Saturday, February 10, 3:00–4:00 p.m. Topic: Library services to transfer students, and how libraries might better contribute to student success both before and after transfer. Heads of Public Services: Saturday, February 10, 4:30– 5:30 p.m. Topic: Join us for a discussion of issues relevant to Public Services in Academic Libraries, including staffing models, space reorganization, liaison programs, and more. Library Support for Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs): Saturday, February 10, 1:30–2:30 p.m. Topic: Ar- chiving MOOCs: Library and Archives Role in Preservation and Access to MOOC Content. Personnel Administrators and Staff Develop- ment: Saturday, February 10, 10:30–11:30 a.m. and Sun- day, February 11, 10:30–11:30 a.m. Topic: A discussion of topical issues, emerging trends, and best practices by personnel and staff development officers. Philosophical, Religious, and Theological Studies Discussion Group: Sunday, February 11, 4:30– 5:30 p.m. Topic: A discussion of Interfaith Engagement, encouraging dialogue and learning across faith and difference within the academic library community. Scholarly Communication Discussion Group: Sunday, February 11, 3:30–4:30 p.m. Topic: Bootstrap- ping a scholarly communication program for your campus. Undergraduate Librarian Discussion Group: Sunday, February 11, 3:00–4:30 p.m. Topic: Join the Under- graduate Librarians Discussion Group as we ponder a wide range of topics affecting academic libraries, including student advisory boards; diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives; partnerships with nonacademic departments; student workers in the library; library roles in student success and retention; fake news; and student wellness programming. mailto:ssilver%40usf.edu?subject= mailto:seymourjosh8%40gmail.com?subject= mailto:chelcie.rowell%40bc.edu?subject= mailto:chelcie.rowell%40bc.edu?subject= mailto:rhamelers%40muhlenberg.edu?subject= mailto:rhamelers%40muhlenberg.edu?subject= mailto:saragonz%40ufl.edu?subject= mailto:saragonz%40ufl.edu?subject=