What’s New for MLA ’25
Submitted by: Mary Beth McAteerRegistration for MLA ’25 will open soon and we are so excited to see you all again! Our theme for this…
Unlock Your Potential with MLA Grants and Scholarships – Apply Now!
Submitted by: Daisy De La Rosa, Grants and Scholarships Committee Chair Did you know the MLA awards over 45K in grants and scholarships each year?…
I Am MLA: Sarah Wade
Submitted by: Sarah Wade Name: Sarah Wade Institution: Campbell University School of Osteopathic Medicine Title: Medical Librarian Brief description of what you do/your responsibilities at…
MLA ‘25 Call for Proposals Round 2: Lightning Talks and Posters
Submitted by: Emily Brennan The MLA ’25 National Program Committee (NPC) invites proposals that support the annual meeting theme “Bridging Tradition & Innovation.” The MLA…
MLA Headquarters Talent Update
I am pleased to announce that Deb Cavanaugh has assumed the leadership of MLA’s education team as part of her current role as Director of…
Recognize Excellence in Health Sciences Librarianship!
Our association takes pride in honoring members who have made significant contributions to health sciences librarianship and advanced the goals of the Medical Library Association.…
A Heartfelt Thank You: Supporting MLA’s Mission Together
Submitted by: Brenda Linares, MLA President Many of you support MLA initiatives and goals through your service on committees, task forces, juries, chapters, caucuses, and…
I Am MLA: Chloe Hough
Submitted by Chloe Hough Name: Chloe Hough Institution: University of Florida, Health Science Center Libraries Title: Health Sciences Liaison Librarian Brief description of what you…
Research Training Institute (RTI) 2025: Why Should I Apply?
Applications are Now Open for the 2025-26 Research Training Institute (RTI). Since 2018, the RTI’s unique and highly successful program has trained, mentored, and supported…
Call for Proposals: Communities of Practice Book Chapters Needed
Submitted by: Kay Strahan Good Afternoon Colleagues! We are coeditors for an upcoming book, Cultivating Collaboration: Communities of Practice in Librarianship, from Rowman and Littlefield…
Submit Your Award Nominations – Deadline Extended to December 6
The association proudly recognizes members who have significantly contributed to health sciences librarianship and advanced the goals of the Medical Library Association. By nominating your…
Unlock Your Potential: Apply for the MLA Rising Star Program December 6 Extended Deadline
Are you a young professional looking to take your career in health sciences librarianship to the next level? Every year since 2016 and every other…
MLA Board Highlights: November 2024
Submitted by Tamara M. Nelson, AHIP, MLA Board of Directors, Secretary The MLA Board of Directors met throughout 2024 with the most recent virtual meeting…
This Week on MLANET (11/7/2024): Alphabet Soup, Membership Dues, Invoices & Receipts
Live Applications In our alphabet soup of applications, all AHIP (Academy of Health Information Professionals) and IPR (Individual Participant Request) forms are now active: Instead,…
National Medical Librarian Month Impact Story: Bette Bissonnette
Submitted by: Bette Bissonnette Working behind the scenes, it’s easy to be overlooked, but health information professionals play a pivotal role in healthcare, research, and…
MLA Board Approves Groundbreaking Research Fellowship for Librarians
The MLA Board recently approved the creation of the nation’s first Research Fellowship in librarianship. The MLA Research Training Institute (RTI) Research Fellowship is awarded…
Call for Award Nominations
The association has a proud tradition of recognizing members who have significantly contributed to the field of health sciences librarianship and advanced the goals of…
National Medical Librarian Month Impact Story: Molly Knapp
Submitted by: Molly Knapp Working behind the scenes, it’s easy to be overlooked, but health information professionals play a pivotal role in healthcare, research, and…
Don’t Forget the Deadline! Submit Your Paper or Immersion Session Today for MLA ’25!
Submitted by: Mary Beth McAteer This is the last call for Paper and Immersion Session Proposals to be considered for MLA ’25: Bridging Tradition and…
Celebrating MLA’s 2024 Achievement Awards
The Virginia L. and William K. Beatty Volunteer Service Award recognizes a medical librarian who has demonstrated outstanding and sustained service to the Medical Library…