MLA Members Want to Hear from You
We’d love to put a spotlight on the diverse and vibrant community that makes the Medical Library Association (MLA) so special. Your experiences, insights, and achievements are what truly bring our newsletter to life, and we need your help to keep the content flowing.
Your Voice Matters
MLAConnect is more than just a collection of updates. It’s a reflection of the passion, innovation, and dedication that our members bring to health information sciences. Whether you have a success story, a unique project, or an interesting perspective to share, your contribution can inspire and inform your peers. Here’s why we encourage you to get involved:
- Showcase Your Expertise: Have you implemented a new resource or tool in your library? Are you working on a research project with exciting findings? Share your expertise and let your peers learn from your experiences.
- Celebrate Achievements: Whether it’s a professional milestone, a recent award, or an exciting new role, we want to celebrate your accomplishments with the entire community.
- Engage with Colleagues: The newsletter is a great platform for fostering connections and dialogue within our network. Your submission can spark discussions, collaborations, and new ideas.
What We’re Looking For
We’re excited to feature a wide range of content, including but not limited to:
- Articles: Write about your latest projects, research, or best practices. Offer insights into challenges and solutions you’ve encountered in your work.
- Case Studies: Share detailed accounts of successful initiatives or innovative solutions that could benefit other members.
- Event Recaps: Provide summaries of recent conferences, workshops, or seminars you’ve attended, highlighting key takeaways and learning moments.
- Member Spotlights: Nominate a fellow member or write about your own journey and achievements within the field.
- News and Updates: Keep us informed about upcoming events, job openings, or changes within your organization.
How to Submit an Article
Your article must be submitted using the official MLAConnect Article Submission Form. Articles are due on the Friday of the week preceding the intended issue, released every Thursday. Any articles submitted after the cutoff date may be rescheduled for the following week. Please be sure to prepare:
- Listed author; must be a member and does not have to be the same as the person submitting the article
- Primary Topic
- Word.docx with article copy
- Any images you’d like to include; must be at least 600 px wide JPG or PNG @ 72 dpi
If you have any questions, please contact MLAConnect Editor, Christine Willis, AHIP.