MLA 2022 Election Results
MLA 2021/22 Nominating CommitteeLisa K. Traditi, AHIP, chairShenita PetersonMelissa De Santis, AHIPJodi L. Philbrick, AHIPPhill Jo, AHIPDeidre (Dede) Rios, AHIPMolly Knapp, AHIPGregg A. Stevens, AHIPTyler…
MLA ’22 Service Project: Second Harvest
On behalf of the LAC (Local Assistance Committee) and the NPC (National Program Committee) and in light of the latest natural disaster in New Orleans…
RTI Research Spotlight: Preliminary Examination of Personal Librarian Programs in Health Sciences Libraries
In the early 1990s, Yale’s Cushing/Whitney Medical Library started offering a personal librarian program to their medical students as part of their outreach efforts. The…
Value Studies Working Group
The Value Studies Working Group is currently working to update the value studies listed on the MLA guide Evidence You Can Use To Communicate Library…
The Symposium on 21st Century Health Sciences Collection Development & Resource Sharing: Meet the Presenters, Part 3
Every week until MLA ‘22 in New Orleans, we’ll profile the experts leading each of the six Symposium sessions. This week, Marlene M. Bishop (MB),…
Queen Nefertari in New Orleans
When I was in grade school, the King Tut exhibit came to the New Orleans Museum of Art and it was amazing! I was fascinated by…
Overview of Citation Software: Pros, Cons, and Best Uses
By Sarah Jackson Citation programs are a common feature of library instruction, helping users to manage difficult and cumbersome projects. Four programs are particularly common…
RTI Research Spotlight: Effects of Faculty Status on Perceptions of Medical Librarians
By Sa’ad Laws What is in a title? For some health sciences librarians adding the title of faculty may be semantical, but for many it…
2022 Recipients of MLA Awards, Grants, and Scholarships
Congratulations to the 2022 recipients of MLA awards, grants, and scholarships. Recipients will be honored during the MLA Virtual Awards Ceremony. Watch for additional information…
How Is MLA’22 Different from Past Conferences?
There are only 44 days left before MLA’22 starts. Compared to the past annual meetings, MLA’22 has several unique features that you should be aware…
How to Make Your Case to Attend MLA ’22
After the major upheavals and uncertainty of the last few years, we’re all excited for the opportunity to connect with our peers in New Orleans…
Benefits of Diversity in Libraries and Concerns When Diversity Is Lacking
This is the third installment in a four-part series called “Leadership in Libraries: Promoting Diverse, Equitable & Inclusive Environments,” by Briana Christensen, MLIS, librarian at Galen…
Library Resources for Dentistry and Dental Hygiene: Updated Recommendations from the Dental Caucus
By Lorraine Porcello, MSLIS, MSIM; Natalie Clairoux, MSc, MSI; Nicole Theis-Mahon, MLIS, AHIP; Sean M. Stone, MLS; Bradrick McClam, MEd, AHIP Raskin and Hathorn published the…
TEC and Gaming Caucus Merger Approved
Hello TEC members: By unanimous approval from members of both caucuses, the Technology in Education (TEC) and Gaming in Adult Learning Caucus (“Gaming”) are…
About New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival
New Orleans has a rich centuries-long tradition of music that permeates the culture of the city, which is also known as the Birthplace of Jazz.…
This Is Our (Association) Life
Last August, you received your first invitation to attend MLA ’22 in person. We can’t wait to reconnect with you in New Orleans! But having…
My New Orleans: the O-Z
The heart of New Orleans beats with a rhythm all its own. The city’s mix of cultures, backgrounds, and lifestyles is reflected in its music.…
Thank You for Helping Us All Experience MLA!
During the 28 days of February, MLA’s communities hosted more than 40 different events, inviting members and potential future members to fully Experience MLA. Ranging…
Audience Analysis: Meet Your Learners Where They Are
By Anna Ferri and Megan De Armond The first phase of designing a new learning intervention involves identifying a problem or goal the instruction is…
Choose Your Adventure at MLA ’22: The Virtual and In-Person Experiences
MLA ‘22 will be your first opportunity in three years to reconnect with your colleagues at an MLA annual conference. But if you can’t attend…