The GSLIS eUpdate, published every other month, summarizes current news, events, alumni and advancement highlights, and continuing professional development opportunities. Other publications that may be of interest to alumni and friends are listed on the GSLIS Publications web page.
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IN THIS ISSUE
- GSLIS Spotlight
- GSLIS News Summary
- Continuing Professional Development
- Alumni and Advancement Highlights
- Calendar of Events
- Unsubscribe and/or Contact Us
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1. GSLIS SPOTLIGHT
Tilley presents, publishes on comics history research
Assistant Professor Carol Tilley will deliver a keynote address at the 2014 Comics & Medicine Conference in Baltimore on June 27. In her address titled, "Private Reading, Public Health: Exploring Psychiatrist Fredric Wertham's Comics Legacy," she will discuss her research on the psychiatrist and anti-comics critic whose 1954 book Seduction of the Innocent inspired federal hearings that decimated the comic book industry. Tilley will also speak on comics and comics history at other upcoming events, and she recently published an article titled, "Comics: A Once-Missed Opportunity," in the Journal of Research on Libraries and Young Adults.
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2. GSLIS NEWS SUMMARY
For a comprehensive list of recent news items, visit the GSLIS Newsroom.
Ludäscher joins GSLIS faculty
GSLIS is pleased to announce that Professor Bertram Ludäscher will join our faculty in Fall 2014. Ludäscher is a leading figure in data and knowledge management, focusing on the modeling, design, and optimization of scientific workflows as well as provenance, data integration, and knowledge representation. He will also have an appointment at the National Center for Supercomputing Applications and an affiliate appointment at the Department of Computer Science.
Hoiem joins GSLIS faculty
This fall GSLIS will welcome Elizabeth Hoiem as an assistant professor. She will teach and conduct research in youth services. Specifically, Hoiem explores the history of technological innovations in children's literature—from early children's books and toys to contemporary applications of digital pedagogy—and looks at modern technology through a historical lens.
GSLIS Social Media
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3. CONTINUING PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
The following courses are available for those interested in post-master's degree professional development. The courses are offered by GSLIS as an approved content provider for the ALA/APA-CPLA Program. More information about the courses and registration information can be found on our CPLA web page.
Serving Diverse Populations
Dates: June 23 - July 28, 2014
Time: Online asynchronous sessions
Instructor: Lori S. Mestre, EdD; MALS
Cost: $300
Current Issues in Public Libraries
Dates: July 1 - August 5, 2014
Times: Online asynchronous sessions
Instructor: Rose Chenoweth, MLS
Cost: $300
Politics, Networking, and Your Library
Dates: August 4 - September 8, 2014
Time: Online asynchronous sessions
Instructor: Pam Tomka, MLS
Cost: $300
Summer Getaway for School Librarians
GSLIS is offering a Summer Getaway for School Librarians! Join us on-campus June 23-25 as we focus on crucial topics relevant to the field. Leave refreshed, with hands-on experience using the newest technologies and connect with like-minded professionals in the field. More information and registration available on the Continuing Professional Development web page.
Library Research Seminar VI
Be an engaged librarian! Papers, panels, posters, and workshops at Library Research Seminar VI will allow academics, practitioners, and graduate students to see how collaboration and cross-disciplinary research can create new knowledge and partnerships with deep and lasting impact. Join us October 7-9, 2014 at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. Information about the conference can be found on the Library Research Seminar web page.
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4. ALUMNI and ADVANCEMENT HIGHLIGHTS
GSLIS students launch InfoBlitz blog
Students of Publishing as an Information Profession have launched their blog, InfoBlitz. Alumni are invited to visit the blog, which features posts on a variety of topics of interest to LIS professionals, and to contribute content. Posts include editorials, commentary on current issues in the field, and reports on field experiences, lectures, and conferences.
GSLIS Annual Fund Fiscal Year End
June 30 is the end of FY14. Please take a moment to send in your Annual Fund gift if you have not yet done so. The LIS Annual Fund is the only source of discretionary support for GSLIS students, faculty, and staff needs or emergencies. Please visit our secure Giving web page to make your gift online or mail your check to GSLIS Advancement, 501 East Daniel Street, Champaign, IL 61820, with the intent of your gift noted.
Without the support of our alumni and friends we would not be able to maintain the quality of our program.
Thank You to GSLIS Faculty & Staff
Each year the faculty and staff at GSLIS run their own campaign to give financial support to our School. Thanks to our campaign leaders—Amani Ayad, academic professional, Sally Eakin, staff, and Mike Twidale, faculty—our campaign was a success. Support staff led the way with 55% participation, followed closely by faculty with 45% and academic professionals with 35%.
We want to thank our faculty and staff for not only their daily assistance and support, but also those who made a financial commitment as well. You are the best!
Visit GSLIS at ALA in Las Vegas
We invite all GSLIS alums and current students to visit us at ALA in Las Vegas! You can find us at Booth #1923 on the Exhibits Floor. If you would like to volunteer at the booth (a great way to network and catch up on School news) or would like a FREE exhibits only pass please e-mail the GSLIS Advancement Office .
All alums and current students are encouraged to attend the LSAA Reception/Annual Meeting on Sunday, June 29, 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. at Bally's Skyview Room 2.
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5. CALENDAR OF EVENTS
GSLIS Corporate Roundtable
June 6, 2014
9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Illini Center - Orange and Blue Room
200 South Wacker Drive, Chicago, IL
Topic: Workforce Agility and Knowledge Retention
Presenter: Kathy Hagen, KL Hagen International Capital Strategies
Please e-mail Sharon Johnson, CRT Coordinator, for details.
2014 ATALM Conference
Tuesday, June 10, and Wednesday, June 11, 2014
Renaissance Hotel
Palm Springs, California
We invite you to visit GSLIS at the 2014 ATALM Conference. Booth information TBD.
CIGG (Central Illinois GSLIS Grads) Gathering: East Peoria
June 11, 2014
5:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Fondulac District Library
400 Richland Street, East Peoria, IL
Reconnect, network, and introduce potential students to GSLIS. Light refreshments will be provided. Fred Schlipf, GSLIS adjunct professor and consultant on the library project, will be a special guest. Guests can tour the recently opened library in its new space in East Peoria's Levee District. Parking is available in the lot adjacent to the library as well as on the street. Please e-mail the
GSLIS Advancement Office by Monday, June 9, if you plan to join us.
CIGG (Central Illinois GSLIS Grads Gathering): Pleasant Plains
Monday, June 23, 2014
5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. Social Hour
6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Picnic
2448 North Farmingdale Road, Pleasant Plains, IL
Hosted by Jean Wilkins (MS '86)
Guests are welcome to bring an appetizer/dessert to share at the buffet-style picnic. Network with alumni and current students, invite prospective students, meet Interim Dean Allen Renear and hear updates from the #1 library and information science school in the nation. Please e-mail the
GSLIS Advancement Office by Monday, June 9, if you plan to join us.
ALA Annual Conference and Exhibition
June 26 - July 1, 2014
Las Vegas Convention Center
Las Vegas, NV
Visit GSLIS at Booth #1923.
See above for information on volunteering at the booth and FREE exhibits only passes!
LSAA Annual Meeting and Alumni Reception
Sunday, June 29
6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Bally's Las Vegas
3645 Las Vegas Boulevard South
Skyview 2 Room (26th Floor)
GSLIS Gathering @ 2014 AALL
Sunday, July 13, 2014
6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Marriott Rivercenter
Conference Room 9
San Antonio, Texas
Alumni and friends are invited to attend our gathering at the 2014 AALL Conference. Please e-mail the
GSLIS Advancement Office before July 1 if you are planning on joining us.
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