(the 12th annual Atmospheric Science Librarians International meeting)
Much as the weather is subject to regional and seasonal variations, so too are libraries. Libraries vary in the populations they serve, the materials they collect and provide access to, their physical facilities, the expertise of their staff, and the services they provide. Each library has its own unique microclimate that works to support the needs of its user community. The purpose of this meeting, to be held on January 14-15, 2009 in Phoenix, Arizona, is to highlight some of the variations in how the library community is responding to the changing needs of the meteorological community vis a vis information resources and services of all types, from data curation to digital reference.
We invite proposals for papers describing library microclimates, covering topics such as specialized library services, tools or collections, liaison and training programs, marketing and outreach programs, assessment and management tools, and innovative library spaces (physical or virtual). Submissions should include full contact information, a title, and brief abstract of less than 250 words. Poster submissions are also accepted as are proposals for a ‘lightning round’ session, consisting of back-to-back 5-minute talks on tips or tools of interest to the attendees. Students are particularly encouraged to submit proposals.
Submit proposals to: Linda Musser, ASLI Chair-elect, 105 Deike Bldg, University Park PA 16802 USA; 814-863-7073; Lrm4@psu.edu
Deadline for submission: October 6, 2008
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