MLA ‘25 Call for Proposals Round 2: Lightning Talks and Posters
Submitted by: Emily BrennanThe MLA ’25 National Program Committee (NPC) invites proposals that support the annual meeting theme “Bridging Tradition & Innovation.” The MLA 2025…
In Memoriam: Dr. Thomas G. Basler, FMLA
Dr. Thomas G. Basler, FMLA, died November 15, 2024 at age 84, at Roper St. Francis hospital. He began his professional life as a Field…
Passing the Torch: Updates from Your Hospital Library Caucus Chairs
A Message from the Incoming and Outgoing Hospital Library Caucus Chairs: Chair Cece Railey and Past Chair Basia Delawska-Elliott Submitted by: Cece Railey What an…
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Be Well Wednesday: Lighten Up! Using Humor to Boost Wellness and Joy at Work
Submitted by: Shannon D. Jones The Be Well MLA Team invites all MLA members to join us for “Lighten Up! Using Humor to Boost Wellness…
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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…
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MLA Finances 101: Understanding Conference Registration Fees
Submitted by: MLA Finance Committee, Tony Nguyen, Treasurer The MLA Finance Committee, composed of a dedicated group that includes current and past board members, plays…
In Memoriam: Henry L. Lemkau, Jr., FMLA, 1941-2024
Submitted by: Kim Loper With great sadness we report that Henry L. Lemkau, Jr., FMLA, passed away on the morning of September 21, 2024, surrounded…
In Memoriam: Mohamed Farouk Hussain, 1955-2024
Former Interim Director of the Medical Research Library of Brooklyn, SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University, Mohamed F. Hussain, MSLIS, passed away August 8, 2024, on…
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MLA Reads Book Discussion: Viral Justice by Ruha Benjamin
The MLA Reads Planning Team is excited to announce that our upcoming book discussion will feature Ruha Benjamin’s Viral Justice: How We Grow the World…
Congratulations to the Hospital Library Caucus Members Honored at the MLA 2024 Awards
It’s been a fantastic year for Hospital Library Caucus (HLC) member contributions across MLA, and a number of our members were honored at this year’s…
Roz McConnaughy Named Interim Director of Library Services
Roz McConnaughy, a SOM Library faculty member since 2001, has been named the Interim Director of Library Services, effective May 1, 2024. She will continue…
HLC Stronger Together @ MLA 2024
The MLA 2024 Conference, “Stronger Together,” will take place in Portland, Oregon from May 18 – May 21, 2024, and your fellow Hospital Library Conference…
History of the Southern Chapter
Edited by Christine Willis In celebration of MLA’s 125th anniversary, we will be sharing caucus and chapter histories throughout the year. Previously published histories are…
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History of the South Central Chapter
Edited by Christine Willis In celebration of MLA’s 125th anniversary, we will be sharing caucus and chapter histories throughout the year. Previously published histories are…
In Memoriam: Fred W. Roper, AHIP, FMLA, 1938-2024
With sadness, we report that Fred W. Roper, AHIP, FMLA, and MLA President from 1994-95, passed away on April 30, 2024. A celebration service will…
History of the North Atlantic Health Sciences Libraries (NAHSL)
Edited by Christine Willis In celebration of MLA’s 125th anniversary, we will be sharing caucus and chapter histories throughout the year. Previously published histories are…
History of the Midcontinental Chapter of the Medical Library Association (MCMLA)
Edited by Christine Willis In celebration of MLA’s 125th anniversary, we will be sharing caucus and chapter histories throughout the year. Previously published histories are…
History of the Liberty Chapter of the Medical Library Association
Edited by Christine Willis In celebration of MLA’s 125th anniversary, we will be sharing caucus and chapter histories throughout the year. Previously published histories are…
History of the Medical Library Group of Southern California and Arizona (MLGSCA)
Edited by Christine Willis In celebration of MLA’s 125th anniversary, we will be sharing caucus and chapter histories throughout the year. Previously published histories are…
HLC Professional Recognition Awards is accepting nominations for 2024
Now is the time to recognize you and your colleagues with a Hospital Library Caucus Award and/or addition to the Scroll of Exemplary Service Link…