Special Interest Groups
Special interest groups (SIGs) may be formed as vehicles for networking and continuing education. If interested in joining a SIG, contact the SIG Chair. If interested in starting a new SIG, contact the LIBRAS President.
Directors SIG
Meets regularly. Open to all library directors, including acting and interim directors, at LIBRAS institutions.
Open Educational Resources SIG
Focuses on topics concerning open educational resources (OER) and how they could be integrated within our institutions to address issues of affordability, equity, accessibility, diversity, and inclusion. Open to all staff at LIBRAS institutions. Contact SIG Co-Chairs: Kim Hale ([email protected]) or Jacob Hill ([email protected])
Emerging Trends and Technologies SIG (Formerly: Post-Pandemic New New Normal)
Looking to connect with colleagues from other libraries to discuss new trends and rapidly changing technologies? The Emerging Trends and Technologies (ETT) SIG focuses on topics suggested by members such as AI tools/companions, student engagement, mission creep, grants and more. Meets monthly via Zoom and is open to all staff at LIBRAS institutions. If you are interested in joining us, or have any questions, please contact SIG Chair Nichole Novak ([email protected]).
Meets monthly via Zoom and is open to all staff at LIBRAS institutions. Contact SIG Chair: Nichole Novak ([email protected])
Technical Services SIG
Focuses on Alma-related topics and other tasks, including electronic resources, metadata, serials, and analytics. Meets monthly via Zoom.. Open to all technical services staff at LIBRAS institutions. Contact SIG Co-Chairs: Sara Rizzo ([email protected]) and Elaine Fetyko Page ([email protected]).
What is Peer Connections?
The “Peer Connections” initiative fosters supportive, non-hierarchical relationships among librarians and library staff across our consortium. Whether you want to share skills, learn something new, or connect with colleagues, we want to hear from you! Your responses will help us match you with peers with similar goals and interests.
The program will run from January through December 2025, with flexible meeting times and formats to suit your schedule—connect via Zoom or meet in person, depending on what works best for you.
We’re excited to help you build meaningful connections within our library community, whether you’re paired with one other person or part of a small group.