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Systems & Digital Resources Librarian – Anderson University – Anderson, SC

Job Summary

Anderson University and the Thrift Library invite applications for a 12-month, full-time position as Systems and Digital Resources Librarian. This is an in-person, administrative staff position with faculty status. Anderson University is an innovative and entrepreneurial comprehensive, liberal arts university affiliated with the South Carolina Baptist Convention. Candidates with a strong Christian value system, lifestyle, and commitment to the integration of faith and learning are encouraged to apply.

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Ania Fournier – 4/2024

Ania is the Director of the Librarian/Textbook Coordinator at Capistrano Valley Christian Schools in San Juan Capistrano, CA (600 FTE).  Ania has been a member of ACL since 2019.

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Borrower Services Supervisor – Trinity Western University – Langley, BC

Job Summary

The Borrower Services Supervisor: Norma Marion Alloway Library oversees the daily operations of the library, including borrower services, collection maintenance, and building operations.

Working under the supervision of the University Librarian, the Supervisor provides leadership, advice, training and direction to regular library borrower services staff and student assistants and works cooperatively with professional librarians to provide excellent service to library users. The Supervisor also works with other campus departments to provide outstanding service to the campus community.

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Reference & Instruction Librarian – Montreat College – Montreat, NC

Job Summary

The Reference-Instruction Librarian develops and implements the library’s instruction program, provides reference and outreach assistance, and assists with managing the library’s student workers staffing and scheduling. This is a full-time, twelve-month position with faculty status and rank.

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Head of Research & Instructional Services – Mount St. Joseph University – Cincinnati, OH

Job Summary

Since 1920, Mount St. Joseph University has provided an education that is based on interdisciplinary liberal arts and professional curricula emphasizing mission, values, integrity, and social responsibility. Faculty and staff deliver high-quality academics, hands-on experiential learning, and personalized attention to support student success. Join our award-winning team, recognized for four consecutive years as a ‘Best College to Work for,’ and be part of a vibrant culture that places a premium on inclusion and belonging. Purpose: The Head of Research and Instructional Services oversees the operations of the Research and Instructional Services Department, including: the provision of research and information literacy services to all members of the Mount community, and the development, implementation, delivery, and assessment of the library’s instructional program. This position also assists the library director in working with faculty to implement textbook affordability initiatives. The Head of Research and Instructional Services also partners with the Director of Library Services to provide collection development and collection management services.

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Life Fails, God Doesn’t

Let the morning bring me word of your unfailing love, for I have put my trust in you. Show me the way I should go, for to you I entrust my life. Psalm 148:8 NIV

Life can take unexpected twists and turns. We work hard only to be led away from work we enjoy and love. Our family life does not come to the fruition we expect. Friendships waver; a relationship to a church we love dissipates; we grieve those we have lost in this life. It can feel as if we are drowning in the problems of this world. Our hope, though, is in the trust we can place in Jesus. We can trust that when the mountains seem tall or the journey long that He can and will direct our steps.

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Lowell Walters – 3/2024

Lowell is the Director at Mississippi County Library System – Blytheville Public Library (Main Branch) in Blytheville, Arkansas (42,000 Population Served). Lowell has been a member of ACL for 12  years and is the convenor for the ACL Public Librarians Interest Group.

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Elementary Media Center Specialist – Yongsan International School of Seoul – Seoul, South Korea

Job Summary

Yongsan International School of Seoul (YISS) is a Christian, private, K-12 school that offers an American curriculum to approximately 1000 students from more than 50 countries. YISS provides a well-rounded learning experience anchored in the values of truth, excellence, and diversity, and welcomes families and students of all religions and worldviews. A commitment to student success is fostered by a team of highly qualified, passionate, Christian educators and staff who inspire a love of learning and compassion for others. YISS is a NICS/Oasis school. Accredited by WASC and ACSI, YISS’s instructional program is academically rigorous and includes an extensive offering of AP courses at the high school level. Its comprehensive extracurricular program includes a rich array of athletics, performing and fine arts, community service, and leadership opportunities that aim to develop the whole child. YISS alumni are confident, well-rounded, independent, and critical thinkers who continue their studies at many of the world’s most selective universities.

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Insightful Workshops & Presentations Tailored for Librarians

We are excited about the schedule of workshops for this year’s annual conference. The line-up is wide-ranging and strong. We are pleased to offer 20 in-person workshops and 8 virtual workshops. (All virtual content is available for viewing through September 26, 2024. )

The conference planning team has chosen presentations covering a variety of library topics, including:

  • Faith Integration
  • Library Spaces & Makerspaces
  • Leadership & Management
  • Open Education
  • Services, including Reference, Cataloging, Archives, & Systems

Check out the Speakers page to meet this year’s presenters and read workshop descriptions. Notice the presentation tracks too. There’s something for everyone!

We hope you are as excited as we are about the 2024 Conference and these great presentations. Be sure to register soon (early bird registration ends March 19th). Remember to invite a colleague! And, we eagerly anticipate all who can come and join us in embodying ‘The Great ACL Get Together’ theme, as we connect people and ideas for a transformative learning experience.

Hope to see you there!

Ruth McGuire

Ruth is the ACL Conference Presentations Coordinator as well as the Host Librarian for the 2024 ACL Annual Conference. She is the Director of Library Services at the University of Northwestern – St. Paul and has been an ACL member since 1999.

Miriam Liethen

Miriam joined the ACL Conference Coordinating Team this year as the Assistant Presentations Coordinator. She is the Electronic Services Librarian at Grace College & Theological Seminary and has been an ACL member since 2020.

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ACL-Pro Plenary Workshop Spotlight

One way that ACL prioritizes continuous learning and professional development for its members is through ACL-Pro Plenary Workshops during the Annual Conference. The workshops are included in the conference registration and offer CEUs.* Whether you need the CEUs or not, I think you’ll find these sessions practical and relevant.

Do you provide instruction to your students or library users—both in person and/or online? Looking for guidance on how to improve the efficacy of your teaching? Join us for “Creating Transformative Instructional Design Experiences for Learning” on Tuesday, June 11. This workshop will be led by UNW Education Professors Annalisa Buerke and Jonell Pacyga. You’ll glean insights into how to apply teaching principles and use technology tools to craft successful instructional sessions.

What about questions regarding AI and ChatGPT? Since ChatGPT was released, discussions about its proper usage and what it even is have been circulating in every arena. Join us for “Librarianship in an AI Era: Mindsets and Tools to Wisely Utilize the Potential of Artificial Intelligence,” on Wednesday, June 12. This workshop will be presented by our very own UNW Professor and Research & Instruction Librarian Jessica Moore and Adjunct Faculty and Instructional Designer Adam Minnie. You’ll want to attend this workshop to learn more about AI and its intersection with the library and how you can approach this emerging technology at your own institution.

I hope you’ll take advantage of these opportunities to earn CEUs and learn together with us at this year’s Annual ACL Conference.

*Earning CEUs is a proactive step librarians can take to remain effective and valuable contributors. Attendees simply complete a survey, and the CEU credits are recorded in their membership record with a certificate emailed to them. 

Please make note of these important deadlines related to conference:
March 15 – Deadline to nominate colleagues for the Emily Russel or Lifetime Service Awards
March 15 – Deadline for international ACL members to apply for the Spidell Conference Scholarship
March 19 – Early Bird Registration Deadline
March 31 – Deadline to apply for the President’s Conference Scholarship
April 9 – Deadline to submit a poster session application

Hope to see you here in June!

Becky Halberg

Becky is the Library Web Coordinator at the University of Northwestern and serves on the 2024 ACL Conference Host Team. She has been an ACL member since 2022.

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