Preserve Memories and Build Archives for Preservation Week 2026, April 22 – May 2

Posted on March 18, 2026

CHICAGO—Core: Leadership, Infrastructure, Futures is happy to announce that Tamar Evangelestia-Dougherty is the 2026 Honorary Chair of Preservation Week from April 26- May 2, 2026. The theme for Preservation Week 2026 is Is This Thing On? Preserving Memory and Building Archives. Tamar is an American librarian, curator, educator and cultural heritage administrator.…Continue Reading

This Week in Core – Mar 16

Posted on March 16, 2026

HAPPENING THIS WEEK Monday, March 16 Tuesday, March 17 Wednesday, March 18 Thursday, 19 Friday, March 20 HAPPENING NEXT WEEK Monday, March 23 Tuesday, March 24 Wednesday, March 25 Thursday, 26 Friday, March 27 MEMBER OPPORTUNITIES AND ANNOUNCEMENTS HOT OFF THE PRESSES! Check out these new titles which are available…Continue Reading

This Week in Core – March 9

Posted on March 9, 2026

HAPPENING THIS WEEK Monday, March 9 Meet The Core Candidates running for Core President-Elect and Core Director-at-Large. Tuesday, March 10 Wednesday, March 11 Thursday, March 12 Friday, March 13 HAPPENING NEXT WEEK Monday, March 16 Tuesday, March 17 Wednesday, March 18 Thursday, 19 Friday, March 20 MEMBER OPPORTUNITIES AND ANNOUNCEMENTS…Continue Reading

Don’t Miss the 2026 ALA/IIDA Library Interior Design Awards!

Posted on March 9, 2026March 6, 2026

Submit Today – IIDA and ALA/Core are inviting you to submit your library spaces for a chance to be celebrated internationally! In its 10th edition, this competition honors library interiors that promote exceptional design solutions, best serving their communities. Winners will be announced in May of 2026 and awarded in-person…Continue Reading

Applications Open for the Career LIFT Award for Professional Development

Posted on March 5, 2026March 5, 2026

"Need a boost? Apply for the Career Lift Award" on a blue background above a rocket shooting into the stars.

Core is pleased to announce applications are open for the Career LIFT Award to support skill development and networking opportunities for information professionals. Sponsored by OCLC, it consists of up to $1,500 the recipient may use on professional development including, but not limited to, ALA and/or Core membership dues, attending…Continue Reading

#IAmCore – Rachel Scott

Posted on March 3, 2026February 24, 2026

Each month, we feature a Core member for an interview profile called #IAmCore. This month, meet Rachel Scott, editor, Library Resources & Technical Services, and Head, Acquisitions & Cataloging Services at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. 1. Describe yourself in three words. 2. Describe Core in three words 3. What do you value about Core? What I…Continue Reading

This Week in Core – March 2

Posted on March 2, 2026March 3, 2026

HAPPENING THIS WEEK Join us for Core Interest Group Week! Check out all of our sessions on the Core IG week page. We hope to see you there! Monday, March 2 Tuesday, March 3 Wednesday, March 4 Thursday, March 5 Friday, March 6 HAPPENING NEXT WEEK Monday, March 9 Tuesday,…Continue Reading

Join Core March 12 for Our Volunteer Fair

Posted on February 27, 2026February 27, 2026

Join us on March 12, from 1:00 – 2:00pm CT, for an open house highlighting opportunities to get involved with Core. You will be able to engage with our Core leadership who are appointing members for next year’s term. We are looking for volunteers for our: Let us help you…Continue Reading

This Week in Core – Feb 23

Posted on February 23, 2026

HAPPENING THIS WEEK Monday, February 23 Tuesday, February 24 Wednesday, February 25 Thursday, February 26 Friday, February 27 HAPPENING NEXT WEEK Join us for Core Interest Group Week! Check out all of our sessions on the Core IG week page. We hope to see you there! Monday, March 2 Tuesday,…Continue Reading

Core Interest Group Week is Back with 30+ Free Sessions

Posted on February 17, 2026February 17, 2026

From March 2-6, Core will host its annual Interest Group Week – a dynamic virtual gathering, bringing together industry professionals, thought leaders, and enthusiasts alike. Whether you’re a seasoned library professional or just starting your journey in the field, Interest Group Week offers something for everyone in the library world.…Continue Reading

Core News

Preserve Memories and Build Archives for Preservation Week 2026, April 22 – May 2

This Week in Core – Mar 16

This Week in Core – March 9

Don’t Miss the 2026 ALA/IIDA Library Interior Design Awards!

Applications Open for the Career LIFT Award for Professional Development

#IAmCore – Rachel Scott

This Week in Core – March 2

Join Core March 12 for Our Volunteer Fair

This Week in Core – Feb 23

Core Interest Group Week is Back with 30+ Free Sessions

Fundamentals of Acquisitions 2026 – Session 2.0

Fundamentals of Electronic Resources Acquisitions 2026 – Session 2.0

Best of Core Forum: Using the Viewfinder Toolkit for Responsible AI

Best of Core Forum: AI in Cataloging and Metadata: Developing Community and Best Practices

Fundamentals of Collection Development and Management 2026 – Session 2.0

Fundamentals of Preservation 2026 – Session 2.0